TH Sound - Practice Tip - Tom Kelley - Rachel's English

The video tutorial focuses on the pronunciation of the TH consonant sound, which many students mistakenly pronounce as a D or T sound. It provides tips for correct pronunciation, emphasizing the importance of tongue position and relaxation. The tutorial also distinguishes between voiced and unvoiced TH sounds, explaining how to produce each correctly. The video concludes with additional resources for further learning.

What common mistake do students make when pronouncing the TH sound?

• They pronounce it like an F.

• They pronounce it like a Z.

• They pronounce it like a D or T.

• They pronounce it like an S.

Where should the tip of the tongue be placed to correctly pronounce the TH sound?

• Between the teeth

• Under the tongue

• Behind the upper teeth

• On the roof of the mouth

What is a key characteristic of the unvoiced TH sound?

• It is produced with a lot of air pressure.

• It is a gentle and quiet sound.

• It requires vocal cord vibration.

• It is a loud sound.

How can you test if you are correctly pronouncing the voiced TH sound?

• By feeling the vibration in your tongue

• By holding your breath

• By clenching your teeth

• By whispering the sound

What should the rest of the tongue do when pronouncing the TH sound?

• Be pressed against the teeth

• Be lifted high in the mouth

• Be tense and rigid

• Be low and relaxed

What happens if the rest of the tongue is lifted while pronouncing the TH sound?

• The sound becomes clearer.

• The airflow is blocked, resulting in a D or T sound.

• The sound becomes louder.

• The sound turns into an S.

Which of the following words contains the TH sound?

• Father

• Sun

• Cat

• Dog