Ethan Strauss

As an English teacher in China for 8 years, Ethan has always been frustrated by the complaints from students that they have no help in learning English. This site is his attempt to solve that problem.





Tongue Twisters
English phonetics are at times frustrating and confusing for many non-English speakers. Sounds like the "th" sound and the "v" give many students very big problems.

In this section we'll be looking at ways to improve your pronunciation efficiently and effectively, to begin with we'll be looking at many tongue twisters which can be great practice for English learners!

If there are any phonetic sounds you would have troubles with and need help on let us know!

We also have a Flash program which can help you practise all the different sounds located here.
Tongue Twisters - sh
April 30th, 2012
by Ethan


In today’s Tongue Twister lesson we look at the ʃ sound, commonly seen as “sh” like in the words sheep, ship, delicious and more!

Tongue Twisters - ai
April 27th, 2012
by Ethan


In today’s Tongue Twisters we look look at the English sound of aɪ like in the words Pie, High, Sky, and Sigh

Tongue Twisters - i
April 24th, 2012
by Ethan


Today’s Tongue Twister is for the sound of i: as in Flea, Me, Knee and See. Practice today to get your pronunciation perfect!

B Tongue Twisters
April 2nd, 2012
by Ethan


Today’s Tongue Twisters are looking at the letter “B”. Don’t forget to practice!

L Tongue Twisters
March 31st, 2012
by Ethan


In today’s Tongue Twister lesson we look at another sound often pronounced too softly, the “L” sound.

N Tongue Twisters
March 28th, 2012
by Ethan


Today’s Tongue Twister lesson is on the “N” sound. Some areas of the world have problems making this strong so be sure to practice!