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thailand

Definition:

(nou) a country of southeastern Asia that extends southward along the Isthmus of Kra to the Malay Peninsula

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Common mistakes of thailand pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "thailand" as /ˈtaɪ.lənd/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈtaɪ.lænd/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the first syllable for correct stress.
Incorrect vowel sound: Some people pronounce "thailand" with a long "a" sound, like "tail." The accurate sound is a short "a" as in /æ/. Tip: Practice saying "land" to capture the right vowel sound in "thailand."
Overemphasizing the "th" sound: Learners may pronounce "thailand" with a hard "t" sound, saying "tailand." The correct sound is a soft "th" /θ/. Tip: Practice words like "think" to master the soft "th" sound.
Adding an extra syllable: Some may mistakenly say "thailand" as three syllables, like "thai-land." The word is actually two syllables: /ˈtaɪ.lænd/. Tip: Break it down into two parts: "thai" and "land" for clarity.
Confusing the "l" and "n" sounds: A common error is mixing up the "l" and "n" sounds, leading to incorrect pronunciations. The correct pronunciation is /l/ as in "land." Tip: Focus on the "l" sound in "light" to differentiate it from "n."

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "thailand" correctly?

The correct pronunciation of "thailand" is /ˈtaɪ.lænd/ in both American and British English. The first syllable "thai" is pronounced like "tie," and the second syllable "land" is pronounced as you would say the word "land."

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

No, there is no significant difference in the pronunciation of "thailand" between American and British English; both use /ˈtaɪ.lænd/. This means you can confidently pronounce it the same way regardless of your audience.

What is the syllable breakdown for the word "thailand"?

The word "thailand" has two syllables: "thai" and "land." The stress is on the first syllable, making it sound like "tie-land."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "thailand"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress on the second syllable, saying "thailand" as /taɪˈlænd/. Remember to stress the first syllable to pronounce it correctly as /ˈtaɪ.lænd/.