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thursday
Definition:
(nou) the fifth day of the week; the fourth working day
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈθɜːzdi
Examples:
I will try to ameliorate the information around thursday.
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Common mistakes of thursday pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "thurs-DAY" instead of the correct "THURS-day" (ˈθɜrz.deɪ in US, ˈθɜː.zdeɪ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for correct pronunciation.
- Omitting the "th" sound: Some pronounce "thursday" as "tursday," neglecting the "th" sound entirely. This leads to confusion since "th" (θ) is a distinct sound. Tip: Practice the "th" by placing your tongue between your teeth and blowing air.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the first syllable as "thur" with an "uh" sound instead of the correct "er" sound (ɜr). Tip: Try saying "fur" to achieve the correct vowel sound in "thursday."
- Adding an extra vowel: Some people mistakenly add an extra vowel sound, saying "thur-sday." This is incorrect as "thursday" has only two syllables. Tip: Focus on blending the syllables smoothly to avoid adding unnecessary sounds.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "thursday" with "tuesday," leading to mispronunciation. "Tuesday" has a different vowel sound in the first syllable (ˈtjuː.zdeɪ). Tip: Practice each day of the week separately to differentiate their sounds clearly.