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How to pronounce:
bathe
Definition:
(nou) the act of swimming
Phonetic Transcription:
beɪð
Examples:
Or you can wash them using the shampoo you use to bathe the dog.
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Common mistakes of bathe pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "bathe" with a short "a" sound, like "bat" (/bæt/). This is incorrect. Tip: Remember that "bathe" uses a long "a" sound, pronounced as /beɪð/ in both US and UK English.
- Confusing "th" sounds: The "th" in "bathe" is voiced, pronounced as /ð/. Some may mistakenly use the voiceless "th" sound, as in "think" (/θ/). Tip: Practice by placing your tongue between your teeth and vibrating your vocal cords for the correct sound.
- Ignoring the silent "e": Many learners forget that the "e" at the end of "bathe" influences the vowel sound. It should not be pronounced. Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound, ensuring the "e" is silent to achieve /beɪð/.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some may incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "BAT-he" instead of the correct pronunciation. Tip: Remember that "bathe" has only one syllable, so the stress naturally falls on the vowel sound /beɪð/.
- Overemphasizing the "h": Some speakers may add an unnecessary "h" sound before the "a" in "bathe," leading to confusion. Tip: Make sure to pronounce it smoothly as /beɪð/, without an extra "h" sound before the "a."