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thrilling

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈθrɪlɪŋ

Examples:

The Flying Carpet is the most interesting and thrilling facility in this area.

But the subject itself is not that thrilling.

In the forest, the action is thrilling.

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thrilling

Related Words:

interesting

exciting

adventure

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Common mistakes of thrilling pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "thrill-ING" instead of "THRIL-ling". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable with stress marked as ˈθrɪl.
Vowel confusion: People may pronounce the "i" in "thrilling" as a long vowel, saying "thrill-eeng" instead of the correct short vowel sound. Tip: Use the IPA /ɪ/ for the correct sound, as in "bit".
Dropping the "h": Some might say "trilling" instead of "thrilling", omitting the "h" sound. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "th" as /θ/, similar to "think", to keep the word accurate.
Incorrect ending sound: Learners sometimes mispronounce the ending, saying "thrill-ink" instead of "thrill-ling". Tip: Make sure to articulate the "l" sound clearly, using the IPA /l/ in the second syllable.
Overemphasizing "thr": Some might exaggerate the "thr" sound, leading to "thrrrrilling". Tip: Keep the "thr" smooth and natural, using the IPA /θr/ without excessive length.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "thrilling" in American English?

In American English, "thrilling" is pronounced as /ˈθrɪl.ɪŋ/. The stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "thrill," followed by a quick "ing."

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

The pronunciation of "thrilling" is largely the same in both British and American English, /ˈθrɪl.ɪŋ/. However, British speakers may slightly emphasize the "i" in the second syllable more than American speakers.

What syllables are in the word "thrilling"?

The word "thrilling" has two syllables: "thrill" and "ing." The first syllable is stressed, making it sound stronger than the second.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "thrilling"?

One common mistake is not stressing the first syllable, which can make it sound less clear. Additionally, some may pronounce the "th" as a "t," leading to confusion with words like "trilling."