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clothes

Definition:

(nou) clothing in general

Phonetic Transcription:

kləʊðz

Examples:

The beggar is wearing a ragged clothes.

The man is wearing a piece of rag as his clothes.

They forbid Alienevich to wear warm clothes in prison.

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Related Words:

dress

wear

shoes

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Common mistakes of clothes pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "clothes" as "cloz" instead of /kloʊðz/ (US) or /kləʊðz/ (UK). This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Focus on the "o" sound, ensuring you pronounce it as /oʊ/ or /əʊ/.
Ignoring the "th" sound: Some may pronounce "clothes" without the "th" sound, saying "clozes" instead. This changes the word entirely. Tip: Practice the "th" sound by placing your tongue between your teeth and blowing air gently.
Overemphasizing the "s": Learners sometimes stress the "s" at the end of "clothes," making it sound like "clothes-es." This is incorrect. Tip: Remember that "clothes" ends with a voiced "z" sound, not an extra syllable.
Dropping the final "s" sound: Some may say "clothe" instead of "clothes," omitting the plural ending. This alters the meaning. Tip: Always include the "s" sound to indicate plurality, pronouncing it as /ðz/.
Mispronouncing the stress: Incorrectly stressing the second syllable in "clothes" can confuse listeners. The primary stress is on the first syllable. Tip: Practice saying "clothes" with emphasis on the "clo," not the "thes."

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "clothes" in American English?

In American English, "clothes" is pronounced as /kloʊðz/ with the stress on the second syllable. The "th" sound is voiced, making it sound like "th" in "this."

What is the British pronunciation of "clothes"?

In British English, "clothes" is pronounced as /kləʊðz/, also with the stress on the second syllable. The vowel sound in the first syllable is pronounced like the "o" in "go."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "clothes"?

A common mistake is pronouncing "clothes" as /kloʊs/, dropping the "th" sound entirely. This can lead to confusion, as "clothes" refers to garments, while "close" means to shut something.

Does "clothes" have a schwa sound in its pronunciation?

Yes, "clothes" contains a schwa sound in the first syllable when pronounced as /kləʊðz/ in British English. The schwa makes the first syllable less stressed and more relaxed compared to the second syllable.