Soundwise English
Jonathan Freed
English pronunciation is not equally difficult for all learners. The sounds you struggle with depend on your first language (L1). Soundwise is an English pronunciation app for ESL and EFL learners that helps you improve speaking, listening, and accent clarity through L1-specific minimal pair training. Instead of giving every learner the same exercises, Soundwise focuses on the exact English sound contrasts that are most difficult for your native language—so you can train more efficiently and improve faster. Why Soundwise works Different languages create different pronunciation challenges. For example: • 日本語 speakers often struggle with R / L sounds • 한국어 speakers often struggle with F / P sounds • Español speakers often struggle with B / V and TH sounds • 中文 speakers often struggle with L / R, V / W, and TH sounds Soundwise is built around these differences, helping you train the exact sounds that matter most for you. What you can practice • English pronunciation using minimal pairs • Accent training for clearer spoken English • Listening practice to improve sound recognition • Speaking practice for real communication • Ear training for difficult English sounds • IELTS speaking and listening preparation support L1-specific pronunciation training Soundwise adapts English pronunciation practice based on your first language. It currently supports learners whose native language is: 日本語 (Japanese), 中文 (Mandarin Chinese), 廣東話 (Cantonese), 한국어 (Korean), Español (Spanish), Português (Portuguese), العربية (Arabic), हिन्दी / اردو (Hindi/Hindustani), Bahasa Indonesia (Indonesian), فارسی (Persian), Русский (Russian), ภาษาไทย (Thai), Türkçe (Turkish), and Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese). We continue to expand support with more languages and more targeted pronunciation exercises. Improve your English speaking step by step With Soundwise you can: • Hear English sounds more accurately • Pronounce words more clearly • Reduce pronunciation mistakes caused by your native language • Build confidence in speaking English • Develop long-term listening and pronunciation skills Learn the sounds that matter most for you Most pronunciation apps treat all learners the same. Soundwise is different. It helps you focus on the English sounds that are hardest for your language background, so every practice session is relevant, targeted, and effective. Speak more clearly. Hear more accurately. Understand more confidently. Soundwise helps you turn pronunciation practice into real communication skill.