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thrift

Definition:

(nou) any of numerous sun-loving low-growing evergreens of the genus Armeria having round heads of pink or white flowers (nou) extreme care in spending money; reluctance to spend money unnecessarily

Phonetic Transcription:

θrɪft

Examples:

The members can deposit even trifle amount in the thrift scheme of the banks.

The group home pays no rent to the thrift shop.

The thrift of any member of a group is beneficial to that member.

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bank

economical

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Common mistakes of thrift pronunciation

Misplacing the "th" sound: Many learners pronounce "thrift" with a hard "t" sound instead of the soft "th" sound. The correct sound is /θ/ as in "think". Tip: Practice saying "th" by placing your tongue between your teeth.
Ignoring the vowel sound: Some pronounce "thrift" with a short "i" sound like in "bit" instead of the correct short "i" /ɪ/ as in "sit". Tip: Listen to native speakers and mimic the vowel sound for accuracy.
Stressing the wrong syllable: Incorrectly stressing the second syllable can lead to confusion. "Thrift" is a one-syllable word with stress on the first syllable: /θrɪft/. Tip: Emphasize the "thr" sound to ensure clarity.
Overemphasizing the "r": Some learners may overly pronounce the "r" in "thrift", making it sound like "thrip". The correct pronunciation is /θrɪft/, where the "r" is subtle. Tip: Keep the "r" soft to maintain the word's integrity.
Mispronouncing the final "t": A common mistake is to soften the "t" at the end, making it sound like "thrif". The final "t" should be clearly pronounced as /t/. Tip: Practice saying "thrift" with a strong ending to reinforce the correct pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "thrift" correctly?

In American English, "thrift" is pronounced as /θrɪft/ with the stress on the single syllable. The "th" sounds like the "th" in "think," and the vowel is a short "i" as in "hit."

Is there a difference in the pronunciation of "thrift" between American and British English?

No, both American and British English pronounce "thrift" the same way: /θrɪft/. The stress and vowel sounds remain consistent across these dialects.

What is the syllable structure of "thrift"?

The word "thrift" has only one syllable, making it a monosyllabic word. It is pronounced with a consonant cluster at the beginning and ends with a "t" sound.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "thrift"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing the initial "th" sound as a "t" sound, which would make it sound like "trift." It's important to ensure the "th" is pronounced correctly as /θ/.