How to pronounce Thorough in English

Thorough is pronounced THUR-oh (IPA /ˈθʌroʊ/). Silent 'gh'; two syllables — 'THUR-oh' rhyming with 'borrow'.

IPA: /ˈθʌroʊ/

Syllables: THUR · oh

Common ESL mistake: Learners pronounce 'gh' or say 'through' instead.

Tip: Silent 'gh'; two syllables — 'THUR-oh' rhyming with 'borrow'.

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