How to Pronounce the TS Sound in Australian English | Improve Your Accent Fast

Struggling with Aussie pronunciation? You might be missing this tiny sound! Do you say “less” instead of “let’s”? “Woz” instead of “what’s”? You’re probably skipping one of the most important consonant clusters in Australian English: the TS sound. This lesson breaks down exactly how to pronounce it correctly—step by step—with tongue placement, examples, and minimal pair practice so you can speak clearly and sound more natural in conversations. ✅ PLUS: Grab your FREE downloadable TS Cluster Cheat Sheet to practise along with the video! Download here: https://www.aussieenglishwithamanda.com/ts-sound-cheat-sheet Whether you're an international student, new migrant, or professional learning Australian English, this lesson will help you sound more confident and avoid common pronunciation mistakes. 👂 Learn the TS consonant cluster 🗣 Practise with contractions, plurals, and verbs 🎧 Master native linking and rhythm 📥 Download the free cheat sheet and follow along! ⌛ Chapters 0:00 - What is the TS sound and why it matters 2:14 - Understanding the /t/ and /s/ sounds separately 4:41 - How to combine /t/ and /s/ into the TS sound 5:34 - Common spelling patterns & practice drills with TS in context 7:43 - Minimal pairs: contrasting TS with similar sounds 8:37 - TS in connected speech and natural linking ⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻ Want to sound more natural in Australian English 🇦🇺? Check out my course: Mastering Australian English – https://www.aussieenglishwithamanda.com/mastering-australian-english ⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻ 🗣️ Practise listening to real Aussie English and learn natural pronunciation in a relaxed, meaningful context. 📌 If you’re improving your Aussie accent, navigating life in Australia, or seeking inspiration as a migrant — this episode is for you. 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes focused on Aussie English, Aussie accent, and real-life stories from migrants across Australia. ⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻ 🎙️ About Aussie English with Amanda On this channel, you’ll find practical tips to improve your Australian English, pronunciation, and cultural understanding. What you’ll learn here: ✅ How to perfect your Aussie accent & pronunciation ✅ The most useful Aussie slang & expressions ✅ How to communicate naturally in Australian workplaces and social settings 📅 New episodes of Chinwag Tuesdays every fortnight and a new video lesson every month! Subscribe now to improve your Aussie English and learn from expert guests. 🐨🇦🇺 ⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻ 🎓 Want to Take Your Aussie English to the Next Level? 🚀 Join my all-in-one Aussie English course - ‘Mastering Australian English!’ 👉 https://www.aussieenglishwithamanda.com/mastering-australian-english 🇦🇺 Understand & use Aussie slang naturally with ‘The Aussie Slang Crash Course’ 👉 https://www.aussieenglishwithamanda.com/the-aussie-slang-crash-course 📚 Explore my Aussie English eBooks! 👉 https://www.aussieenglishwithamanda.com/store 📊 Test Your English Level Here 👉 https://www.aussieenglishwithamanda.com/english-level-test 🎁 Get Free Aussie English Resources! 👉 https://www.aussieenglishwithamanda.com/freebies 👩‍🏫 Work with Me! See all the ways I can help 👉 https://www.aussieenglishwithamanda.com/ways-to-work-together ⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻ 📱 Follow Me for Daily Aussie English Tips! 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aussie.english.with.amanda/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aussie.english.with.amanda 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aussieenglishwithamanda ⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻ 🔔 Don’t Forget to Like, Subscribe & Comment! 👍 If you found this lesson helpful, hit the like button and subscribe for more Aussie English accent and pronunciation lessons! #aussieenglish #aussieaccent #aussieslang #australianenglish #englishlearning #straya #aussieenglishwithamanda