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Consonants

Pronunciation Challenge
Phonetic Symbol
Reason for Difficulty
“H” Sound
/h/
Italian lacks the “H” sound, making it unfamiliar.
“Th” Sound (Voiceless)
/θ/
Often substituted with /t/ due to similar tongue position and airflow.
“Th” Sound (Voiced)
/ð/
Often substituted with /d/ due to similar tongue position and airflow.
English “R” Sound
/ɹ/
Italian typically uses a rolled “R,” contrasting with English /ɹ/.
Aspirated “P”
/pʰ/
Italian lacks aspirated sounds, causing softer plosive pronunciations.
Aspirated “T”
/tʰ/
Italian lacks aspirated sounds, causing softer plosive pronunciations.
Aspirated “K”
/kʰ/
Italian lacks aspirated sounds, causing softer plosive pronunciations.


Endings

Pronunciation Challenge
Phonetic Symbol
Reason for Difficulty
“D” ending after voiced consonants
/d/
Italian speakers expect consistent vowel-consonant endings.
“T” ending after voiceless consonants
/t/
Italian speakers expect consistent vowel-consonant endings.
“-ed” ending after -t or -d sounds
/ɪd/
The three pronunciation variations of “-ed” do not exist in Italian.


Vowels

Pronunciation Challenge
Phonetic Symbol
Reason for Difficulty
“AA” (as in ‘cat’)
/æ/
Italian features a single unrounded vowel sound.
“UH” (as in ‘cut’)
/ʌ/
Italian features a single unrounded vowel sound.
“AH” (as in ‘father’)
/ɑ/
Italian features a single unrounded vowel sound.
“IH”
/ɪ/
Italian lacks differentiation between “IH” and “EE” sounds.
“EE”
/i/
Italian lacks differentiation between “IH” and “EE” sounds.


Diphthongs

Pronunciation Challenge
Phonetic Symbol
Reason for Difficulty
“OH” Diphthong
/oʊ/
Italian doesn’t feature diphthongs with a single-vowel spelling.



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““English Pronunciation for Polish Speakers
From tricky consonant clusters to unfamiliar vowel sounds, native Polish speakers encounter predictable challenges when perfecting their English pronunciation skills. This comprehensive guide outlines all of those and more to act as your one-stop solution to native-level English pronunciation for Polish speakers.
January 4, 2024
Eliza Simpson
Eliza Simpson
Speech & Accent Coach at BoldVoice

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Differences between English and Polish Consonants

English versus Polish Vowels

English Stress Challenges for Polish Speakers

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Welcome to our comprehensive guide on English Pronunciation for Polish Speakers! If you’re a native Polish speaker diving into the world of English, you might have encountered some pronunciation hurdles along the way. Fear not! Together we’ll explore the common pronunciation problems faced by Polish speakers learning English, highlighting the most frequent errors and providing practical tips to enhance your spoken English.

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Join us on this linguistic journey as we unravel the intricacies of English pronunciation tailored specifically for our Polish-speaking friends. Let’s make the transition smoother and the learning process more enjoyable so that before you know it, you’ll be blending in with native English speakers!

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Differences between English and Polish Consonants
Embarking on a journey through the linguistic realms of English and Polish, let’s zone in on the intriguing differences nestled within their consonant systems. From the way we shape our sounds to the subtle nuances of voicing, join us as we unravel the distinct phonetic landscapes that make English and Polish consonants a captivating study in contrasts.

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“Th” Sounds
Polish speakers often encounter a distinctive challenge in the elusive “Th” sounds. The voiceless “th” in words like “think” tends to morph into an unintended “F,” while the voiced “TH” in words like “this” may mistakenly take on a “D” sound. Understanding the correct mouth and tongue positioning is crucial for conquering these subtle yet significant nuances.

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To pronounce the voiceless “th,” delicately position the tip of your tongue against the upper front teeth, creating a soft hissing sound with a slight gap for airflow.

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For the voiced “TH,” maintain the tongue against the upper front teeth but add a gentle vibration using your vocal cords.

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Start doing mirror practice sessions, observing your tongue positioning for both the voiceless and voiced “Th” sounds. Then repeat common words and progress to tongue twisters for a fun yet effective challenge. Additionally, recording yourself and comparing it to native speakers will sharpen your ear for subtle nuances. With dedication to these exercises, you’ll soon find mastery over the “Th” sounds, enhancing your overall English pronunciation and boosting your confidence in communication.

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“R” Sound
Native Polish speakers may find themselves grappling with the distinct “R” sound in English, divergent from the familiar rolled “R” in their native language. Unlike the resonant roll in Polish, the English “R” is unrolled, achieved by positioning the tongue close to the roof of the mouth without contact. This subtle adjustment allows for a clear, non-rolling articulation, bringing finesse to your English pronunciation.

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To cultivate proficiency in the English “R” sound, commence with repetitive practice of words like “red” and “river,” focusing on the meticulous tongue positioning required. Gradually progress to constructing sentences and phrases containing multiple “R” sounds, integrating them seamlessly into your spoken English.

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Tongue twisters, such as “Robert quickly reached for the rare rabbit,” serve as playful challenges to refine your articulation. Engaging in audio mimicry by listening to native English speakers provides an auditory template for the nuanced pronunciation of the “r” sound. With commitment to these exercises, you’ll find the unrolled “r” becoming a distinctive and effortless component of your English pronunciation repertoire.

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“P,” “T,” and “K” Sounds
Navigating the aspirated sounds of “P,” “T,” and “K” in English can be a linguistic adventure for native Polish speakers, given the absence of aspiration in these sounds in their native language. It’s important to note that these sounds are aspirated when they’re on their own, such as the “T” in the word “top,” but they’re unaspirated when preceded by another consonant, as in the word “stop.”

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The key lies in mastering the distinctive mouth and tongue positioning required for the crisp release of air, a hallmark of English pronunciation. To pronounce an aspirated “P,” start with your lips closed and build up pressure. Release the air with a distinct puffing sound by parting your lips, allowing the breath to escape forcefully.

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For an aspirated “T,” position your tongue against the roof of your mouth as you would in Polish, but release it with a sharper burst of air, creating a noticeable puff.

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Much like the other aspirated sounds, aspirated “K” involves building pressure in the back of your mouth before releasing it with a forceful burst, resulting in a clear and pronounced sound.

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Understanding these subtle adjustments is fundamental to overcoming the challenge posed by aspirated sounds in English.

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Begin your aspirated sound journey with isolated words like “pat,” “top,” and “kit,” focusing on deliberate pronunciation with a noticeable release of air. Progress to contrasting aspirated and unaspirated sounds in word pairs like “pat” versus “bat” or “kit” versus “skit,” and then seamlessly integrate these sounds into sentences.

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Through consistent practice of these exercises, you’ll not only refine your pronunciation but also build the confidence to navigate the intricate landscape of English aspiration, turning it into a strength rather than a hurdle in your language journey.

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“NG” Sound
The nuanced “NG” sound in English, found in words like “sing” or “strong,” often proves to be a pronunciation puzzle for Polish speakers who may replace it with the more familiar “NK” or a simple “N.” To unravel this linguistic challenge, it’s essential to comprehend the specific mouth and tongue positioning required for the English “NG.”

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This velar nasal sound entails raising the back of the tongue to the soft part of the roof of the mouth (velum) without touching the hard palate, distinguishing it from the Polish “N” sound. The result is a smooth, nasal resonance that contributes to the distinctiveness of the English language.

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Embarking on exercises tailored to refine the “NG” sound, start with isolated practice on words like “sing” and “song,” concentrating on maintaining the velar closure by raising the back of the tongue. Progress to sentence repetition, incorporating phrases with multiple instances of the “NG” sound to reinforce accurate pronunciation. Recording and comparing your pronunciation to that of native speakers, along with engaging in tongue twisters featuring the “NG” sound, will further enhance your proficiency.

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By consistently practicing these exercises, you’ll not only conquer the intricacies of the English “NG” sound but also transform the challenge into a rewarding linguistic achievement.

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Voiced Word Endings
The presence of voiced sounds at the end of words can present a distinctive challenge for Polish speakers learning English, as Polish typically lacks this feature. Navigating words like “bad” and"cab,” where the final consonant sounds are crucial for differentiation, requires a nuanced understanding of voiced endings. To enhance proficiency in this aspect, focused exercises centering on minimal pairs provide a targeted approach. Engaging in comparisons like “tuck” and “tug” or “bit” and “bid” sharpens the ear to the subtle distinctions, fostering accurate and deliberate pronunciation of voiced word endings.

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To bridge the gap, incorporate minimal pairs into your practice routine, challenging yourself with auditory recognition and precise articulation. Recognition games using flashcards foster an interactive learning experience, while practicing in front of a mirror allows visual reinforcement of proper mouth and tongue positions. Progressing from individual words to sentences with voiced endings ensures a comprehensive integration of these consonant sounds into your spoken English. Embrace the journey of refining your pronunciation, turning the challenge of voiced word endings into a skill that enhances the richness of your English language expression.

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English versus Polish Vowels
For Polish speakers venturing into English pronunciation, the absence of certain English vowels in their native language introduces a unique layer of complexity which often leads to mispronunciations. We’ll cover some of the most common issues faced by Polish speakers below.

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“UH” Sound
The “UH” sound, found in words like “cup,” poses a distinctive challenge for Polish speakers due to it not existing in the Polish phonetic inventory. A common mispronunciation of the English “UH” by Polish speakers might involve substituting it with a sound more familiar in Polish, such as the “AW” sound that is found in some Polish words. Consequently, the English word “cup” might be pronounced more akin to “cop,” as Polish speakers might unintentionally apply the phonetic patterns from their native language to the unfamiliar English sound. The challenge lies in adjusting the tongue and mouth positioning to accurately produce the English “UH.”

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To do this, start with a relaxed jaw and tongue, positioning the tongue in the center of the mouth. Maintain a mid-open shape to produce this “UH” sound. Be mindful of lip roundedness. The lips should remain unrounded for “UH.” Avoid rounding them as you might for a sound like “AW” in Polish.

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Practice with minimal pairs that specifically contrast the “UH” sound with similar sounds in Polish, like the “AW.” For instance, contrast “luck” with “lock” or “shut” and “shot.”

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“AA” Sound
The English “AA” sound like in the word “cat” also can significant challenges toPolish speakers because it doesn’t exist in their native phonetic system. Again, the “AW” sound is often made in substitution, producing mispronunciations like saying “caught” instead of “cat.”

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To correct these kinds of mispronunciations, proper tongue positioning is necessary. For the “AA” sound, slightly open the mouth more while keeping the tongue low and towards the front. This creates a distinct front-open vowel sound.

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To practice this sound, consider engaging in tongue twisters that feature the “AA” sound. Try saying “How can a clam cram in a clean cream can?” with a clear “AA” pronunciation!

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“AH” Sound
The “AH” sound, found in words like “father,” also does not exist in the Polish language, making it difficult for native Polish speakers to use it correctly in English. Once again, the “AW” sound is usually substituted incorrectly in its place. Consequently, Polish speakers might mispronounce a word like “pond” and say something that English speakers might hear as “pawned.”

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To make the “AH” sound correctly, open the mouth wider, placing the tongue low and towards the back of the mouth.

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To enhance proficiency in “AH,” start with word repetition, focusing on mimicking the correct mouth and tongue positions. By incorporating these exercises, you’ll confidently navigate the intricacies of short vowel pronunciation, turning the challenge into an opportunity for growth and witnessing your English proficiency evolve with each deliberate practice session.

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English Stress Challenges for Polish Speakers
The struggle for Polish speakers in pronouncing English words with accurate stress patterns is rooted in the divergent approaches to stress placement between the two languages. Polish typically adheres to a more consistent pattern, favoring the penultimate syllable for stress irrespective of a word’s length or complexity.

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Conversely, English exhibits a dynamic and context-dependent stress system influenced by syllable structure, vowel length, and consonant characteristics. This inherent contrast often prompts Polish speakers to default to a predictable stress pattern, causing difficulty when faced with the varied and sometimes unpredictable stress placements inherent in English.

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For example, pay attention to the word stress used by the Prime Minister of Poland in his speech:

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Compare that to the pronunciation of a native English speaker and you’ll notice markedly different stress patterns. Pay attention especially to the way he pronounces the word “systematically” at the beginning of his speech for an example of stress misplacement.

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To address this challenge, targeted exercises can significantly enhance word stress proficiency. Give the one in video below a try.

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Continue to actively listen to native English speakers and mimick their natural stress and intonation patterns. You can also engage in word pair contrasts, where only stress patterns differ (e.g., “REcord” as a noun and “reCORD” as a verb), which sharpens the ear for subtle variations. Finally, practicing sentence-level stress patterns and integrating stress awareness into daily language activities will further solidify your understanding and application of English speech rhythm.

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# English Pronunciation for Polish Speakers

## Consonants

| Pronunciation Challenge | Phonetic Symbol | Reason for Difficulty |
|-------------------------|-----------------|-----------------------|
| “Th” Sound (Voiceless)  | /θ/             | Often turns into /f/ due to similar mouth positioning. |
| “Th” Sound (Voiced)     | /ð/             | Often turns into /d/ due to similar mouth positioning. |
| English “R” Sound       | /ɹ/             | Different from the rolled “R” in Polish; requires non-contact articulation. |
| Aspirated “P”           | /pʰ/            | Polish lacks aspirated sounds, leading to softer pronunciations. |
| Aspirated “T”           | /tʰ/            | Polish lacks aspirated sounds, leading to softer pronunciations. |
| Aspirated “K”           | /kʰ/            | Polish lacks aspirated sounds, leading to softer pronunciations. |
| “NG” Sound              | /ŋ/             | Often replaced with “N” or “NK” due to unfamiliar velar nasal sound. |
| Voiced Word Endings     | /d/, /g/, /b/   | Polish lacks voiced endings, making them difficult to differentiate. |

## Vowels

| Pronunciation Challenge | Phonetic Symbol | Reason for Difficulty |
|-------------------------|-----------------|-----------------------|
| “UH” (as in ‘cup’)      | /ʌ/             | Polish lacks this vowel sound, leading to potential mispronunciation as /ɑ/ or /ɔ/. |
| “AA” (as in ‘cat’)      | /æ/             | Polish may substitute it with the /ɑ/ or /ɔ/ sounds. |
| “AH” (as in ‘father’)   | /ɑ/             | Often replaced with the /ɔ/ sound in Polish. |

## Stress Challenges

| Pronunciation Challenge            | Reason for Difficulty |
|----------------------------------- |-----------------------|
| English Word Stress               | Different from the consistent penultimate syllable stress in Polish, leading to incorrect stress patterns. |


This table captures the various challenges Polish speakers face when learning English pronunciation, including issues with consonants, vowels, and stress patterns.
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# English Pronunciation for Polish Speakers

## Consonants

| Pronunciation Challenge | Phonetic Symbol | Reason for Difficulty |
|-------------------------|-----------------|-----------------------|
| “Th” Sound (Voiceless)  | /θ/             | Often turns into /f/ due to similar mouth positioning. |
| “Th” Sound (Voiced)     | /ð/             | Often turns into /d/ due to similar mouth positioning. |
| English “R” Sound       | /ɹ/             | Different from the rolled “R” in Polish; requires non-contact articulation. |
| Aspirated “P”           | /pʰ/            | Polish lacks aspirated sounds, leading to softer pronunciations. |
| Aspirated “T”           | /tʰ/            | Polish lacks aspirated sounds, leading to softer pronunciations. |
| Aspirated “K”           | /kʰ/            | Polish lacks aspirated sounds, leading to softer pronunciations. |
| “NG” Sound              | /ŋ/             | Often replaced with “N” or “NK” due to unfamiliar velar nasal sound. |
| Voiced Word Endings     | /d/, /g/, /b/   | Polish lacks voiced endings, making them difficult to differentiate. |

## Vowels

| Pronunciation Challenge | Phonetic Symbol | Reason for Difficulty |
|-------------------------|-----------------|-----------------------|
| “UH” (as in ‘cup’)      | /ʌ/             | Polish lacks this vowel sound, leading to potential mispronunciation as /ɑ/ or /ɔ/. |
| “AA” (as in ‘cat’)      | /æ/             | Polish may substitute it with the /ɑ/ or /ɔ/ sounds. |
| “AH” (as in ‘father’)   | /ɑ/             | Often replaced with the /ɔ/ sound in Polish. |

## Stress Challenges

| Example                         | Stress Pattern         | Exercise |
|---------------------------------|------------------------|----------|
| REcord (noun) vs reCORD (verb)  | Noun: /ˈrɛkɔrd/, Verb: /rɪˈkɔrd/ | Say each word aloud, emphasizing the stress on different syllables. Practice sentences like “The REcord is broken” vs “Please reCORD your message.” |
| PERmit (noun) vs perMIT (verb)  | Noun: /ˈpɜrmɪt/, Verb: /pərˈmɪt/ | Use tongue twisters: “I need a PERmit to park here” vs “They perMIT people to enter.” |
| OBject (noun) vs obJECT (verb)  | Noun: /ˈɑbdʒɛkt/, Verb: /əbˈdʒɛkt/ | Practice with audio recordings; listen and repeat: “The OBject is round” vs “I obJECT to this.” |

### Exercises to Improve Stress Patterns

1. Listening and Imitation:
    - Listen to native English speakers and try to mimic their stress patterns. Focus on syllable stress and intonation.
    - Use resources like YouTube videos or language learning apps that offer pronunciation guides.

2. Stress Contrast Practice:
    - Practice pairs of words where only the stress pattern changes, such as “address” (noun vs verb), “record,” and “permit.”
    - Use flashcards to quiz yourself on the correct stress patterns.

3. Sentence-Level Stress:
    - Practice saying sentences with different stress placements. For example, “I need a PERmit to park” vs “They perMIT access to the park.”
    - Record your practice and compare it to native speakers.

4. Interactive Tools:
    - Utilize online tools and apps that provide exercises and feedback on stress patterns.
    - Engage in interactive games that focus on stress placement.

5. Rhythm and Intonation Drills:
    - Participate in rhythm and intonation exercises to internalize the natural flow of English speech.
    - Repeat longer sentences and short passages, paying close attention to the stress as well as the pitch.

By regularly practicing these exercises, Polish speakers can improve their understanding and usage of proper English stress patterns, leading to more natural and fluent speech.
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““10 English Pronunciation Errors by Polish Speakers


If your mother tongue is Polish, you may find certain sounds in English more difficult than others. Here we present to you some of the common errors made by Polish-speaking students at Pronunciation Studio:

The audio in this article is by Pronunciation Studio teacher Tom Wisniowski who speaks GB English and Polish.

1. th
Polish speakers often replace the two ‘th’ consonant sounds /θ/ and /ð/ with /f/ and /d/:

I think there’s three of them.

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2. /r/
/r/ in Polish is rolled – in English it is smooth:

train three dry crash


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Also < r > is silent in English at the end of a syllable:

burn third cart her


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3. Consonant / Vowel Joining
In English, where one word ends with a consonant and the next one begins in the vowel, the consonant moves to the next word, not so in Polish:

What͜ are͜ Ed͜ and Janet͜ eating?


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4. Voiced Endings
Polish does not contain voiced sounds at the end of syllables, so Polish speakers often devoice the final consonant:

bed cab rag love


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5. Aspiration
/p/, /t/, and /k/ are aspirated in English – they have a big explosive sound when they are released – but not for Polish speakers:

park came time


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6. Short Vowels /æ/ /ʌ/ /ɑ:/
Polish speakers will often mispronounce the vowels /ʌ/, /æ/ and /ɑ:/ as Polish does not contain them, instead the Polish /a/ is often used. The following words should be pronounced with different vowel sounds:

hat hut heart


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7. -ing Endings
Polish speakers often mispronounce -ing endings in two ways, firstly by adding a /k/, secondly by using an /n/:

I was walking, talking & singing.


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8. /ʊ/ Diphthongs
English contains two diphthongs (double vowels) ending with ʊ, Polish speakers tend to mispronounce the first part and over stress the second:

Don’t go so slowly.
How now brown mouse?


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9. are
‘are’ is a confusing word to pronounce with at least 5 pronunciations in English (see this article), Polish speakers often struggle with it, using just one pronunciation:

Are you ok?
Where are you going?
They aren’t here.

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10. ‘o’
Polish is a phonetically written language, you say what you see. English is not so much and one spelling that confuses Polish speakers is ‘o’, which can produce 8 pronunciations in English (Polish speakers may use just 2):

got /ɒ/
do /u:/
go /əʊ/
pork /ɔ:/
gold /ɒʊ/
wolf /ʊ/
today /ə/
women /ɪ/
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# English Pronunciation for Polish Speakers

## Consonants

| Pronunciation Challenge          | Phonetic Symbol | Reason for Difficulty                                                  |
|----------------------------------|-----------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------|
| “Th” Sound (Voiceless)           | /θ/             | Often replaced with /f/; similar mouth positioning, unfamiliar sound.  |
| “Th” Sound (Voiced)              | /ð/             | Often replaced with /d/; similar mouth positioning, unfamiliar sound.  |
| English “R” Sound                | /ɹ/             | Different from the rolled “R” in Polish; requires non-contact articulation. |
| Silent “R” in syllable-endings   |  —              | English has silent “R” at the end of syllables, which is not present in Polish. |
| Consonant/Vowel Joining          |  —              | Polish maintains clear separation; English links consonant to following vowel. |
| Aspirated “P”                    | /pʰ/            | Polish lacks aspirated sounds, leading to softer pronunciations.       |
| Aspirated “T”                    | /tʰ/            | Polish lacks aspirated sounds, leading to softer pronunciations.       |
| Aspirated “K”                    | /kʰ/            | Polish lacks aspirated sounds, leading to softer pronunciations.       |
| “NG” Sound                       | /ŋ/             | Often replaced with “N” or “NK” due to unfamiliar velar nasal sound.    |
| Voiced Endings                   | /d/, /g/, /b/   | Polish lacks voiced endings, making them difficult to differentiate.   |

## Vowels

| Pronunciation Challenge            | Phonetic Symbol | Reason for Difficulty                                   |
|------------------------------------|-----------------|--------------------------------------------------------|
| “UH” (as in ‘cup’)                 | /ʌ/             | Polish lacks this vowel sound, leading to potential mispronunciation as /ɑ/ or /ɔ/. |
| “AA” (as in ‘cat’)                 | /æ/             | Polish may substitute it with the /ɑ/ or /ɔ/ sounds.   |
| “AH” (as in ‘father’)              | /ɑ/             | Often replaced with the /ɔ/ sound in Polish.           |
| “O” with multiple pronunciations   | /ɒ/, /uː/, /əʊ/, /ɔː/, /ɒʊ/, /ʊ/, /ə/, /ɪ/  | Polish has a more straightforward alphabet; each letter has a single sound which doesn’t exist in English, leading to confusion. |

## Diphthongs

| Pronunciation Challenge            | Phonetic Symbol | Reason for Difficulty                                   |
|------------------------------------|-----------------|--------------------------------------------------------|
| “OH” Diphthong                     | /oʊ/            | Polish doesn’t feature diphthongs with a single-vowel spelling. |
| Diphthong – /ʊ/ Sound Endings      | /aʊ/, /əʊ/      | Tendency to over-stress the second part.       |

## Stress Challenges

| Example                         | Stress Pattern         | Exercise |
|---------------------------------|------------------------|----------|
| REcord (noun) vs reCORD (verb)  | Noun: /ˈrɛkɔrd/, Verb: /rɪˈkɔrd/ | Say each word aloud, emphasizing the stress on different syllables. Practice sentences like “The REcord is broken” vs “Please reCORD your message.” |
| PERmit (noun) vs perMIT (verb)  | Noun: /ˈpɜrmɪt/, Verb: /pərˈmɪt/ | Use tongue twisters: “I need a PERmit to park here” vs “They perMIT people to enter.” |
| OBject (noun) vs obJECT (verb)  | Noun: /ˈɑbdʒɛkt/, Verb: /əbˈdʒɛkt/ | Practice with audio recordings; listen and repeat: “The OBject is round” vs “I obJECT to this.” |

### Exercises to Improve Stress Patterns

1. Listening and Imitation:
    - Listen to native English speakers and try to mimic their stress patterns. Focus on syllable stress and intonation.
    - Use resources like YouTube videos or language learning apps that offer pronunciation guides.

2. Stress Contrast Practice:
    - Practice pairs of words where only the stress pattern changes, such as “address” (noun vs verb), “record,” and “permit.”
    - Use flashcards to quiz yourself on the correct stress patterns.

3. Sentence-Level Stress:
    - Practice saying sentences with different stress placements. For example, “I need a PERmit to park” vs “They perMIT access to the park.”
    - Record your practice and compare it to native speakers.

4. Interactive Tools:
    - Utilize online tools and apps that provide exercises and feedback on stress patterns.
    - Engage in interactive games that focus on stress placement.

5. Rhythm and Intonation Drills:
    - Participate in rhythm and intonation exercises to internalize the natural flow of English speech.
    - Repeat longer sentences and short passages, paying close attention to the stress as well as the pitch.

By regularly practicing these exercises, Polish speakers can improve their understanding and usage of proper English stress patterns, leading to more natural and fluent speech.


This table and accompanying exercises cover several of the specific pronunciation and stress challenges Polish speakers face according to the provided information.""
for the stress challenges highlight which one is correct UK English word stress vs original Polish stress. Also provide examples words for the pronounciation sections