Speak English with confidence
Are you hesitant to use certain words in English due to fear of mispronunciation? This can take up valuable time and hinder your confidence in communication. At PronounceMe, we understand the challenges of learning English as a second language and the impact it can have on one's professional life.
Knowing that what you say will be understood first time leads to deeper self-confidence. A team whose members are confident in their communication skills has higher morale and makes a greater impact. It’s a win-win.
Our training takes into account research from the University of Kansas, which shows that our sense of rhythm in our mother tongue is formed in the womb. More traditional English pronunciation training methods do not take into account how strongly the learner's native language habits are ingrained in their speech.
PronounceMe™ is based on methodical research into those habits. All the exercises are designed to imprint an understanding of the difference between non-native-speaker English and native-speaker English in the learner's mind, to improve mouth position habits and thus to speed up the learning process. PronounceMe's approach to English training can take you anywhere.
Our approach to language training prioritises the mastery of technical terms in your field of work, helping you to deliver presentations with precision and impact. We cater to learners with CEFR B2-C1 proficiency, but can customise our programme to fit your individual needs.
Our classes integrate techniques from theatre, speech, and phonetics research to make learning English both entertaining and effective. We believe in the power of humour as a teaching tool and use visual aids to reinforce what's been learned, reducing the chances of repeating mistakes. By creating a relaxed and enjoyable environment, we enable deeper learning and improved communication outcomes.
Make learning effortless and enjoyable.
Support with diversity in language learning
Our efforts to improve our understanding of pronunciation habits are never-ending as we strive to serve individuals from various countries. Our approach to teaching English is to respect and take into account our students' native languages, linking their language sounds to those in English.
Our methodology works best with participants who share a common national background, leading to quicker results. However, we are adaptable. If you have specific needs, reach out to us and we'll tailor a workshop to fit those needs.
PronounceMe - an innovation from Oxford University
What started as a quick idea jotted down during a teaching session in Italy has evolved into a thriving startup at Oxford University Innovation, serving clients from various industries and working with students from 11 different language backgrounds.
Language is a reflection of one's culture, and learning a new language involves a cultural exchange. While teaching in Italy, I noticed that my students were limited by the seven vowel sounds of Italian and unable to grasp the 20 vowel sounds (including eight diphthongs) in English. I devised a series of exercises, incorporating elements from my theatre and music background, to help them overcome this challenge. These lessons laid the foundation for PronounceMe, now an award-winning service that provides highly customised pronunciation training, focusing on this crucial but often neglected aspect of language learning.
With our tailored language training and special rhythm exercises, you'll be amazed at the significant improvement in your pronunciation.
Eisha Karol Kumar MA (Oxon)
Founder
Why is English difficult for speakers of other languages?
Discover the challenges faced by Italian speakers in this video. Understanding the difficulties faced by English learners vary based on their native language, which is why we offer customised training for different language groups.
Meet our founder, Eisha Karol
A graduate of Oxford University with a first-class degree in English, Eisha has a diverse background in the arts and performance. She has worked as an assistant to the founder of the renowned Royal Shakespeare Company, honed her skills as a professional actress, and provided role-play training for businesses. Her expertise also extends to speech editing at the House of Lords. In addition to being multi-lingual, speaking 5 languages, Eisha is a skilled musician and yoga instructor. Over 15 years of vocal training taught her that proper alignment in the organs of articulation and accurate pronunciation are interlinked. She brings this unique perspective to improving the speech of professionals around the world.
PronounceMe was incubated at the Saïd Business School in Oxford before being launched via Oxford University Innovation.