English pronunciation for Spanish speakers

English Pronunciation Generator for Spanish Speakers

Practice English pronunciation with clear audio, simple phonetic spelling, IPA, syllables, stress, and tips for Spanish speakers.

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1. Audio

Tap US Audio or UK Audio to listen first. Use Slow 0.55x for practice.

2. Simple phonetic spelling
eye wood like tuh im-PROOV my ING-glish pruh-nun-see-AY-shun
3. IPA transcription
/aɪ/ /wʊd/ /laɪk/ /tə/ /ɪmˈpruːv/ /maɪ/ /ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ/ /prəˌnʌnsiˈeɪʃən/
4. Syllables
IwouldliketoimprovemyEnglishpronunciation
5. Stress
eyewoodliketuhim-PROOVmyING-glishpruh-nun-see-AY-shun
6. Native-language tips

eye wood like tuh im-proov my ing-glish pruh-nun-see-ay-shun

  • Escucha primero el audio y después compara el spelling simple, el IPA, las sílabas y el acento.

English sounds that need extra attention

Spanish and English organize vowels, consonants, and rhythm differently. Start with audio, then check v and b, the two th sounds, English r, schwa, short and long vowels, final consonants, and word stress. The goal is not to translate a word but to hear and repeat the English sound clearly.

Common pronunciation patterns for Spanish speakers

Watch for very sounding like berry, th becoming d, t, or s, English r becoming a rolled r, an extra vowel before or after a consonant cluster, and final t or d disappearing. Work on one contrast at a time before putting the word into a complete sentence.

Minimal pairs, final consonants, and stress

Compare berry/very, boat/vote, thin/sin, ship/sheep, and live/leave. For final consonants, alternate bad/bat, rice/rise, and leave/leaf. Then make the stressed syllable longer and clearer: pronunciation has stress on AY, while comfortable has stress on KUMF.

A practical listening-first routine

Listen at normal speed, replay the word slowly, repeat it aloud, and read the simple spelling only after you hear the contrast. Use IPA to confirm one sound when needed. After isolated practice, say the word in a short phrase so the final consonant and word stress remain clear in natural rhythm.

Related pronunciation tools

Use the English to IPA converter when you need symbol-level detail, the word pronouncer when audio is the priority, and the syllable stress finder for longer words. These tools keep listening, readable spelling, and stress connected instead of treating them as separate exercises.

FAQ

Is this a Spanish to English translator?

No. It helps you practice how English sounds; it does not translate meaning.

Which sounds should Spanish speakers practice first?

Start with v/b, th, short and long vowels, final consonants, English r, schwa, and word stress.

Should I use IPA or simple spelling?

Listen first. Simple spelling helps you repeat the word quickly, while IPA helps confirm a specific sound when you are still unsure.

Can I compare American and British pronunciation?

Yes. Use both audio options when a word changes by accent or when your class, work, or audience requires a specific variety.