Pronouncer
A pronouncer is a tool that reads English words aloud so you can hear the correct pronunciation. Type any word or phrase below, press Pronounce, and listen instantly — with phonetic transcription included. Free, no sign-up.
How to use this pronouncer
- Type an English word or phrase into the box above.
- Pick your accent from the voice dropdown (US or UK English).
- Press Pronounce — or hit Enter — and listen.
- Read the phonetic transcription to see exactly which sounds to make.
- Repeat out loud, mimicking the rhythm you just heard.
Words learners often mispronounce
Some English words look nothing like they sound. Try these in the pronouncer above and compare with your guess:
| Word | Common mistake | What to listen for |
|---|---|---|
| choir | “choy-er” | Sounds like “kwire” |
| colonel | “co-lo-nel” | Sounds like “kernel” |
| thorough | “tho-rough” | Soft “th”, stress on first syllable |
| entrepreneur | “en-tre-pre-neur” | French origin — silent final “r” sound |
Frequently asked questions
What is a pronouncer?
A pronouncer is a tool that reads English words aloud so you can hear the correct pronunciation. You type a word or phrase, and the pronouncer speaks it using text-to-speech — this page is a free online pronouncer that works right in your browser.
How does this pronouncer work?
Type any English word or phrase and press Pronounce. Your browser's built-in speech engine reads it aloud instantly — no audio files to download, no account needed. We also look up the phonetic transcription (IPA) from a free dictionary API when one exists.
Is this pronouncer free?
Yes, completely free with no sign-up and no limits. It runs on your device's built-in voices, so there's nothing to pay for.
Which English accent does the pronouncer use?
It depends on the voices installed on your device — most browsers include both US and UK English voices. Use the accent dropdown above to pick the one you want to hear.
Can I pronounce whole sentences, not just single words?
Yes. Paste a full sentence or short phrase and the pronouncer will read it naturally, which is useful for practicing rhythm and intonation, not just individual words.
How is this different from Google Translate's speaker button?
Google Translate pronounces words as a side feature of translation. This pronouncer is built for one job: hearing English pronunciation clearly, with phonetic transcription shown alongside, and example words chosen because learners commonly mispronounce them.
Want feedback on your own pronunciation?
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