How to pronounce Through in English

Through is pronounced THROO (IPA /θruː/). Stick your tongue slightly out for /θ/, then say 'roo'.

IPA: /θruː/

Syllables: THROO

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What learners get wrong, from our data

In 269 attempts by 23 learners scored in the SayWhat app, the sound most often scored red in this word was /θ/ (30% of attempts).

Common ESL mistake: Learners say 'troo' or 'froo', replacing /θ/ with /t/ or /f/.

Tip: Stick your tongue slightly out for /θ/, then say 'roo'.

The TH sounds /θ/ and /ð/

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