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threaten

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈθretən

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Common mistakes of threaten pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "threat-'en" instead of the correct "ˈthretn". Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable to pronounce "threaten" correctly.
Overemphasizing vowels: A common mistake is to pronounce the "e" in "threaten" as a long vowel, like "ee". The correct pronunciation is with a short "e" sound, as in "ˈthretn". Tip: Keep the vowel sound brief and sharp.
Omitting the "t": Some may pronounce "threaten" as "threa-en", dropping the "t" sound entirely. This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Ensure you articulate the "t" clearly, as in "ˈthretn".
Confusing with "threat": Learners sometimes mix "threat" with "threaten", pronouncing them similarly. "Threat" is pronounced "ˈθrɛt", while "threaten" is "ˈthretn". Tip: Remember that "threaten" has an additional syllable.
Incorrect "th" sound: Some may pronounce the "th" as a "t" sound, saying "treaten". The correct pronunciation is with the voiced "th" sound, like in "this". Tip: Practice the "th" sound by placing your tongue between your teeth.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "threaten" in American English?

In American English, "threaten" is pronounced as /ˈθrɛtən/. The stress is on the first syllable, and the second syllable has a schwa sound, making it sound like "THRET-ən."

What is the British pronunciation of "threaten"?

In British English, "threaten" is also pronounced as /ˈθrɛtən/. The primary stress remains on the first syllable, similar to the American version.

How many syllables does "threaten" have?

The word "threaten" has two syllables: "threat" and "en." It is pronounced as /ˈθrɛtən/, with the first syllable stressed.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "threaten"?

A common mistake is to stress the second syllable instead of the first. Remember, "threaten" should be pronounced with the stress on the first syllable, like /ˈθrɛtən/.