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thought
Definition:
(nou) the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about (nou) the process of using your mind to consider something carefully (nou) the organized beliefs of a period or group or individual (nou) a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
Phonetic Transcription:
θɔːt
Examples:
The ability to move at the speed of thought is the idea.
The men thought the deviltry was not a good idea.
Millenarian ideas permeated early Christian thought.
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Common mistakes of thought pronunciation
- Misplacing the "h": Some learners pronounce "thought" as "tawt" (/tɔt/), omitting the "h" sound. Tip: Remember to articulate the "h" sound clearly, making it "θɔt" in IPA.
- Confusing with "thoughts": It's common to mistakenly add an extra "s" sound at the end, saying "thoughts" as "thawts" (/θɔts/). Tip: Focus on the singular form "thought" to avoid this error.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "thought" with a short vowel sound, like "thot" (/θɑt/). Tip: Ensure you use the correct long vowel sound, which is represented as /θɔt/ in IPA.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Learners often stress the "t" too much, saying "thought" as "thawt" (/θɔt/). Tip: Keep the "t" soft and blend it smoothly with the preceding sounds.
- Mispronouncing in rapid speech: In fast conversation, some might blend "thought" with surrounding words, making it sound unclear. Tip: Practice saying "thought" slowly and clearly to maintain its distinct sound, especially in connected speech.