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health

Definition:

(nou) a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease (nou) the general condition of body and mind

Phonetic Transcription:

helθ

Examples:

Their lack of spending was a result of mental health conditions, not frugality.

The sores closed and the boy returned to his normal condition of health.

The team assist in health promotion, disease prevention and treatment, rehabilitation and palliation.

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Common mistakes of health pronunciation

Misplacing the "h": Some learners pronounce "health" without the initial "h" sound, saying "ealth" instead. Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the "h" sound at the beginning, as in /hɛlθ/ (US) or /hɛlθ/ (UK).
Ignoring the "th" sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "health" with a "d" or "t" sound at the end, saying "heald" or "helt." Tip: Practice the "th" sound, which is voiced as /θ/ in "health."
Overemphasizing the vowel: Some may stress the vowel "ea" too much, saying "heealth." Tip: Keep the vowel sound short and relaxed, focusing on the single syllable /hɛlθ/.
Incorrect stress placement: Learners sometimes place stress incorrectly, saying "HEALTH" instead of /hɛlθ/. Tip: Remember that "health" is a single-syllable word, so the stress is naturally on the "h" sound.
Adding extra syllables: Some people mistakenly add an extra syllable, pronouncing it as "hea-lth." Tip: Practice saying "health" as one smooth syllable, focusing on the /h/ and /θ/ sounds together.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "health" in American English?

In American English, "health" is pronounced as /hɛlθ/. The "ea" in "health" sounds like the short "e" in "bed," and the "th" is pronounced as a voiceless dental fricative, like in "think."

What is the correct syllable division for the word "health"?

The word "health" has one syllable. It is pronounced as a single unit, which makes it a straightforward word to say.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "health"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing the "th" sound, often saying "health" as if it were spelled with a "t," which can lead to confusion with the word "helt." Remember to keep the "th" soft and voiced.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "health" between British and American English?

No, the pronunciation of "health" is the same in both British and American English, pronounced as /hɛlθ/. Both variations maintain the same vowel sound and the "th" pronunciation.