Healthy: English Phonetic Spelling and Pronunciation Guide
This guide provides the phonetic spelling and pronunciationof the word “healthy.”
Pronunciation
The word “healthy” is pronounced as follows:
/ˈhelθi/
-
ˈhel
: This part represents the stressed syllable, pronounced with a slightly longer and stronger emphasis. -
θi
: This is the rest of the word, pronounced smoothly.
The “th” sound is a voiced interdental fricative consonant. It is made by placing the tongue between your teeth and exhaling.
Syllable Breakdown
healthy: /ˈhel/ -/θi/
(Stress on the first syllable “hel”)
Key Phonetic Sounds
| Sound Symbol | Pronunciation Guide | ExampleWord |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Stress | Healthy | |
| /h/ | Like the “h” in “house” | Healthy |
| Like the “e” in “bed” | Healthy | |
| Voiceless interdental fricative. | Think of the sound between your teeth. | |
| /i/ | Short “i” sound, as in “bit.” | Healthy |
Further Resources
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