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SoundCode 44

Master all 44 sounds of British English — IPA symbols, spelling patterns, real audio, and practice games. Learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere.

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Four Steps to Speaking English with Confidence

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Start with the sounds

Use SoundCode 44 to build a strong phonetic foundation — know exactly how every British English sound is made, spelled, and heard.

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Practise and play

Use interactive games, minimal pairs, and the IPA chart to sharpen your ear and build recognition that sticks.

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Book a 1-on-1 session with Eric to apply what you've learned — correct your pronunciation, prepare for IELTS, or build professional communication skills.

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Introducing SoundCode 44

The Complete British English Sound System

SoundCode 44 is the only tool you need to master all 44 phonemes of British Received Pronunciation. Built for learners who want to go beyond memorising words and truly understand the sound system behind the language.

  • Real audio for all 44 phoneme sounds
  • Every spelling pattern with clickable example words
  • Interactive IPA chart — click to hear
  • 5 practice games
  • Mouth position guides for every sound
  • Installs as an app — works offline
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/æ/

Short A

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Spelling Patterns
a → cat, ban, flat
a_e → (rare in this sound)

Eric Ola-Solomon

Pronunciation Specialist & Certified ESL Educator

Eric Ola-Solomon is a British English pronunciation specialist with over 9 years of teaching experience across Nigeria, Asia, and Europe. Holding a Highfield Level 5 TEFL Diploma — the highest level of TEFL qualification, regulated by Ofqual UK — Eric brings both the credentials and the passion to help learners at every level speak English with clarity and confidence.

Level 5 TEFL — High Distinction Business English Specialist IELTS Preparation Specialist 9+ Years Experience
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