English Sounds - The Two TH Consonants [_] and [_]

The video tutorial teaches how to produce the two TH sounds, focusing on mouth and tongue positioning, voicing, and relaxation. It explains the differences between unvoiced and voiced TH sounds, provides close-up and slow-motion demonstrations, and offers practice with example words. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of a relaxed tongue and lips for accurate pronunciation.

What is the main difference between the voiced and unvoiced TH sounds?

• Neither sound uses the vocal cords.

• Both sounds use the vocal cords.

• The unvoiced TH uses vocal cords, while the voiced TH does not.

• The voiced TH uses vocal cords, while the unvoiced TH does not.

How should the tongue be positioned for the TH sounds?

• The tongue should be pointed downwards.

• The tongue should be pressed against the lips.

• The tongue should be relaxed and come through the teeth.

• The tongue should be tense and pressed against the roof of the mouth.

What should you keep in mind about the lips when making the TH sound in the THR cluster?

• The lips should not move at all.

• The lips should be tightly closed.

• The lips should be pressed against the teeth.

• The lips should round slightly for the R sound.

In unstressed words like 'the' or 'these', where can the tongue tip be positioned?

• Sticking out of the mouth.

• At the roof of the mouth.

• Pointing downwards.

• Compressed behind the teeth.

Why is it important to keep the tongue relaxed when practicing the TH sounds?

• To make the sound louder.

• To make the sound softer.

• To prevent the tongue from moving.

• To ensure the sound is clear and not stopped.

What is a benefit of practicing the quick move of the tongue for the D sound after TH?

• It prevents the tongue from moving.

• It makes the TH sound softer.

• It helps transition smoothly to other sounds.

• It makes the TH sound louder.

Which of the following words contains an unvoiced TH sound?

• Either

• Birthday

• Though

• Brother