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thoughts
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:
Most will develop ideas and thoughts to dissolve or allay the fear.
The author tried to plumb people's different thoughts.
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Common mistakes of thoughts pronunciation
- Misplacing the "th" sound: Many learners pronounce "thoughts" starting with a "t" sound instead of the correct "th" sound /θ/. Tip: Practice by placing your tongue between your teeth to produce the correct sound.
- Overemphasizing the vowel: Some people stress the vowel in "thoughts," making it sound like "thots" /θɑts/. Tip: Remember that the vowel is short and should blend smoothly with the "th" sound.
- Confusing singular and plural forms: Learners might say "thought" when they mean "thoughts." The plural form has a distinct /s/ sound at the end. Tip: Always check if you're referring to one idea or multiple ideas to use the correct form.
- Ignoring the final "s": Some speakers may drop the final "s" sound, saying "thought" instead of "thoughts." Tip: Emphasize the /s/ sound to clearly indicate the plural form.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners might incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "thoughts" as /θɔːts/ instead of /θɔt͡s/. Tip: Focus on the single syllable with the stress on "thought" to ensure proper pronunciation.