Fifth is pronounced FIFTH (IPA /fɪfθ/). Two consonant sounds at the end: clear 'f' then a 'th' — 'fif-th'.
IPA: /fɪfθ/
Syllables: FIFTH
Common ESL mistake: Learners simplify to 'fith' dropping one of the 'f' or 'th' sounds.
Tip: Two consonant sounds at the end: clear 'f' then a 'th' — 'fif-th'.