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thawed

Definition:

(nou) the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid (nou) warm weather following a freeze; snow and ice melt (nou) a relaxation or slackening of tensions or reserve; becoming less hostile

Phonetic Transcription:

θɔː

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Common mistakes of thawed pronunciation

Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "thawed" with a short "a" sound, like in "cat." The correct pronunciation uses the open back unrounded vowel /ɔː/ in UK and /ɔ/ in US. Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the right vowel sound.
Misplaced stress: Many mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "thaw-ed." The stress should be on the first syllable: /θɔːd/ in UK and /θɔd/ in US. Tip: Practice by emphasizing the first syllable when saying "thawed."
Overpronouncing the "th": Some individuals pronounce the "th" as a hard "t" sound, saying "tawed." The correct "th" in "thawed" is voiced, represented as /θ/. Tip: Place your tongue between your teeth and blow air for the right "th" sound.
Dropping the "d" sound: A common mistake is omitting the "d," leading to "thaw." "Thawed" must end with a clear /d/ sound. Tip: Ensure you finish with a soft "d" to distinguish "thawed" from "thaw."
Confusing with "thaw": Some confuse "thawed" with "thaw," pronouncing both the same. "Thawed" is the past tense and should be pronounced as /θɔːd/ in UK and /θɔd/ in US. Tip: Remember that "thawed" indicates a completed action of melting.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "thawed" correctly?

The word "thawed" is pronounced as /θɔːd/ in both American and British English. The "th" is a voiceless dental fricative, and the vowel is pronounced like the "aw" in "saw."

What is the stress pattern for "thawed"?

"Thawed" has no syllable stress since it is a one-syllable word. The entire word is pronounced with equal emphasis, making it straightforward for learners.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "thawed"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing the "th" sound, which can be confused with "t" or "d." It's important to practice the "th" as in "think" to avoid this error.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "thawed" in different English dialects?

There is no significant difference in the pronunciation of "thawed" between American and British English. Both dialects use the same IPA notation, /θɔːd/, making it easy to learn for speakers of either variant.