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How to pronounce:
thick
Definition:
(nou) the location of something surrounded by other things
Phonetic Transcription:
θɪk
Examples:
The fruit is a succulent berry with a thick rind, the size of a small lime.
Her deck was thick and the bulkheads inside the ship were thick.
The integument is thick and opaque.
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Common mistakes of thick pronunciation
- Misplacing the "th" sound: Many learners pronounce "thick" with a "t" sound instead of the correct "th" sound, represented as /θ/. Tip: Practice placing your tongue between your teeth to produce the "th" sound correctly.
- Overemphasizing the vowel: Some may pronounce the vowel in "thick" too strongly, leading to a diphthong sound. The correct vowel is a short "i" /ɪ/. Tip: Keep the vowel short and crisp, similar to the "i" in "bit."
- Incorrect stress placement: Learners sometimes stress the wrong syllable, saying "THICK" instead of the correct primary stress on the first syllable /ˈθɪk/. Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable when saying "thick."
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "thick" with "tick," leading to mispronunciation. "Tick" has a short "i" /ɪ/ as well but lacks the "th" sound. Tip: Focus on the initial "th" sound to distinguish "thick" from "tick."
- Skipping the final consonant: It's common to drop the final "k" sound, making "thick" sound like "thi." The final "k" is important for clarity, /k/. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "k" clearly at the end of "thick."