Rhythm Training

The following exercises combine listening and shadowing to begin training your ears to hear the primary stressed syllable in words.

The first exercise is available to all visitors. CEA members unlock the complete training.

Listen and repeat the words below.
Can you hear which syllable has the primary stress?
What COLOR is each word?

Tip: In the primary stressed syllable, the vowel sound is longer—we stretch it. Listen for that extra time on the vowel.

When you’re ready, click the button to check your answers.

  • WORD

  • SYLLABLES

  • WHAT COLOR?

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    eliminate

  • e-li-mi-nate

     

  • SILVER, RED or GRAY?

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    psychology

  • psy-cho-lo-gy

     

  • GREEN, ROSE or OLIVE?

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    implement

  • im-ple-ment

     

  • GRAY, SILVER or GREEN?

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    several

  • sev-ral

     

  • RED, MUSTARD or SILVER?

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    pronunciation

  • pro-nun-ci-a-tion

     

     

  • BROWN, GRAY or ROSE?

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    comfortable

  • comf-der-ble

     

  • ROSE, PURPLE or MUSTARD?

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    collar

  • col-lar

     

  • BLACK, OLIVE or MUSTARD?

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    bookshelf

  • book-shelf

     

  • BLACK, BLUE or WOODEN?

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    exciting

  • ex-ci-ting

     

  • RED, SILVER or WHITE?

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    control

  • con-trol

     

  • MUSTARD, ROSE or OLIVE?

SILVER PIN eliminate (e-li-mi-nate)

OLIVE SOCK psychology (psy-cho-lo-gy)

SILVER PIN implement (im-ple-ment)

RED PEPPER several (sev-ral)

GRAY DAY pronunciation (pro-nun-ci-a-tion)

a CUP of MUSTARD comfortable (comf-der-ble)

OLIVE SOCK collar (col-lar)

WOODEN HOOK bookshelf (book-shelf)

WHITE TIE exciting (ex-ci-ting)

ROSE BOAT control (con-trol)

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Clear English Academy is designed for intermediate to advanced English speakers who want to improve their pronunciation, speech rhythm, and speaking confidence.

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The Clear English approach is not about “eliminating” or “fixing” your accent. We focus on clarity, connection, and natural communication. Our goal is to help you speak clearly and be understood.

Many students notice changes in just a few weeks. The training is designed to build lasting skills through consistent practice.

You can go at your own pace. Most students begin with just 15–20 minutes a few times a week. Progress builds through consistent, focused practice rather than long hours.

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