How To Say "The" In American English: THEE or THE
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04/29/2024
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When pronouncing "the" in American English pronunciation, what seems simple suddenly can become very complicated. Should we use an /i/ sound, like "thee"; or, a schwa? Let's take a closer look!Welcome to Wake Up American, where Monday through Friday, we spend a couple minutes on a challenging aspect of American English pronunciation and walk through examples to help you achieve a more natural sound the next time you speak in American English at work, at home, or out and about town.Video versi...
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