The voiced “TH” sound is represented by the letters “th” in words like “the,” “this,” and “those.” To pronounce this sound correctly, follow these steps:
- Place the tip of your tongue lightly against the upper front teeth, just behind the top row of teeth.
- Allow air to pass between the tongue and the teeth, creating a slight friction.
- Gently vibrate the vocal cords to produce a voiced sound.
- Exhale as you make the sound.
Here are some commonly used words with the voiced “TH” sound along with their pronunciations:
- The:
- Pronunciation: /ðə/ (thuh)
- This:
- Pronunciation: /ðɪs/ (this)
- These:
- Pronunciation: /ðiz/ (theez)
- Those:
- Pronunciation: /ðoʊz/ (thohz)
- Them:
- Pronunciation: /ðɛm/ (them)
- There:
- Pronunciation: /ðɛər/ (ther)
- Though:
- Pronunciation: /ðoʊ/ (thoh)
Remember to practice these words slowly and pay attention to the positioning of your tongue. With practice, you’ll be able to pronounce voiced “TH” words naturally and accurately.