English Pronunciation Guide for Spanish Speakers!
If you've ever felt frustrated when native English speakers don’t understand you, you’re not alone. As a Spanish speaker, certain English sounds can feel tricky—like the difference between “chip” and “cheap” or “yoke” and “joke.” And let’s not forget the challenge of ending words correctly, like saying “seem” instead of “seen.”
I get it. Even though I’m a native English speaker, I also speak Spanish and have lived as an immigrant in Central America. I know what it’s like to feel like you can’t fully express yourself in another language. And I’ve seen firsthand how pronunciation struggles can hold amazing, intelligent women back from feeling confident in English.
That’s why I created a guide that dives into three of the most common pronunciation challenges for Spanish speakers and how to overcome them. You can listen to the audio to practice the natural sounds. Get it!
✨ A Real Story: From Frustration to Confidence
Gisela, one of my students from Argentina, is a clinical mental health professional. She dreamed of working with more American clients but kept running into pronunciation barriers. For example, when she said "clinic," it sounded like "Kleenez." This small difference made it hard for native speakers to understand her, and it frustrated her deeply.
Determined to improve, she practiced pronunciation training with me. She focused on small but powerful adjustments in her speech. Over time, speaking English became easier, and now she confidently works with clients she loves—without worrying about being misunderstood!
Quick Pronunciation Tip: Mastering "e" and "i" Sounds
One of the biggest challenges for Spanish speakers is distinguishing between words like "chip" and "cheap." In English, the short 'i' (ɪ) in "chip" is a relaxed, quick sound, while the long 'ee' (iː) in "cheap" is more stretched and tense.
Try this:
Smile slightly when saying "cheap" to feel the stretch in your mouth.
For "chip," keep your lips more neutral and say it quickly.
Repeat: "ship" – "sheep," "bit" – "beat," "live" – "leave."
Practicing these small differences will make a huge impact on how clearly you’re understood!
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That’s why I created a free pronunciation guide designed specifically for Spanish speakers! It includes simple explanations and audio examples so you can hear and practice the differences yourself.
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✅ Clear, simple explanations of common pronunciation struggles for Spanish speakers ✅ Audio recordings to practice the sounds the right way ✅ Practical tips to help you feel more confident speaking English every day
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