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throne

Definition:

(nou) the chair of state for a monarch, bishop, etc. (nou) a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination (nou) the position and power of an exalted person (a sovereign or bishop) who is entitled to sit in a chair of state on ceremonial occasions

Phonetic Transcription:

θrəʊn

Examples:

The King and demands the throne.

If they failed, the king agreed to abdicate the throne.

The Crown Prince in the Han Dynasty was the heir apparent to the throne.

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crown

king

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Common mistakes of throne pronunciation

Misplacing the "th" sound: Some learners pronounce "throne" as "trone," dropping the "th" sound. This is incorrect; "th" is pronounced as /θ/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on placing your tongue between your teeth to create the "th" sound.
Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "throne" with a short vowel sound, like "thron." The correct pronunciation uses a long vowel /oʊ/ in US English and /əʊ/ in UK English. Tip: Practice elongating the vowel sound to avoid this error.
Stress on the wrong syllable: Some may stress the second syllable, saying "thro-ne." However, "throne" is a one-syllable word with primary stress on the only syllable, /θroʊn/ in the US and /θrəʊn/ in the UK. Tip: Remember, there's only one syllable to stress.
Overemphasizing the "r": Learners sometimes pronounce "throne" with an exaggerated "r," leading to "thro-rrone." The "r" should be subtle, as it follows the vowel sound. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and blend it smoothly with the vowel.
Adding an extra vowel sound: Some may mistakenly say "throne" as "throny," adding an unnecessary "y" sound at the end. The correct pronunciation is /θroʊn/ in the US and /θrəʊn/ in the UK. Tip: Focus on the ending sound without adding extra vowels.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "throne"?

You pronounce "throne" as /θroʊn/ in American English, with a single syllable. The stress is on the only syllable, which is pronounced like "throhn."

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "throne" between US and UK English?

In both American and British English, "throne" is pronounced the same way: /θrəʊn/. The key difference is that the UK version has a more rounded vowel sound, while the US version uses a diphthong.

What is the syllable structure of "throne"?

"Throne" has one syllable, making it a monosyllabic word. It consists of the onset "thr," the vowel "o," and the coda "ne."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "throne"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress or adding an extra syllable, pronouncing it as "thro-ne." Remember, "throne" is a single syllable with the stress on that syllable: /θroʊn/.