Sentences to help with the “th” sound.

The following will help with practicing the "th" sound. There are multiple sentences to further emphasize the tongue placement:

"Think thoroughly about the thoughtful theory; place your tongue between the top and bottom teeth for the correct 'th' sound.

Practicing these sentence can help learners focus on the proper tongue placement and difference of the "th" sound from other sounds. Consistent practice is key to mastering the correct pronunciation.

Practice saying these sentences slowly and focus on the "th" sound. Pay attention to the tongue placement between the teeth for the voiced "th" and the exhale for the voiceless "th." It may take some time, but with consistent practice, you can improve your pronunciation of the "th" sound. Again, when saying “th” sound place your tongue between the top and bottom teeth. Similar to sticking out your tongue a tiny bit.

Voiceless “th”

Place your tongue between your teeth and blow air out. No voice or vibration.

Examples: think, thought, thin, Thursday

Voiced “th”

Place your tongue in the same place but use your voice. You’ll feel a vibration in your throat.

Examples: this, that, these, those

Tip for learners: Pretend you're sticking your tongue out slightly, then gently hold it in place with your teeth while speaking.

Additional Practice Sentences (Shorter for Beginners)

Think before you throw.

Three thin things fell.

Thursday is my favorite day.

The thin thread broke.

He threw the thermos.

This is the best one.

That is their house.

Those are my brothers.

The weather is nice today.

They said the movie was thrilling.

Minimal Pairs (to hear the difference)

Minimal pairs help highlight small but important pronunciation differences.

thin then

thought that

threw there

teeth breathe

thing this

Practice Sentences with Minimal Pairs:

I thought that was thin ice.

This is the thing I told you about.

They threw the ball at those trees.

This is my new phone.

I think they will be there.

These cookies are delicious.

The cat went through the door.

There is a beautiful garden behind the house.

They are planning to visit the museum this weekend.

Those are the new shoes I bought yesterday.

Can you show me how to do that?

There are things that go bump in the night.

The thoughtful teacher taught them to think critically.

The three thirsty thieves thought they had stolen thirty thrilling bottles of soda.

Thanks for the thoughtful things that your three friends delivered.

Think thoroughly about the theory of thermodynamics.

The thunderstorm threatened the tranquil town with thunder and lightning.

My brother threw the ball through the window with great strength.

The therapist thanked them for their thoughtful and thorough responses.

These thin threads are not thick enough for that task.

The three thirsty birds thanked the thoughtful child for the refreshing drink.

They thoughtfully threw a blanket over the thorny bushes.

The thunderous applause echoed through the theater.

The thief thoughtlessly threw the stolen things into the thick bush.

Thomas and Theresa thoroughly enjoyed their thrilling trip to the theme park.

The thin, thread-like branches twisted through the thicket.

The thermos contains hot broth for their chilly picnic on the hill.

The talented author wrote a thrilling novel about a mythical thief.

The thoughtful mother thought the thud she heard was the children playing in the backyard.

They thoughtfully analyzed the theorem, their minds weaving through the complexities.

Those who thrive in adversity often find other strengths.

Through the thickets, there stood the tallest tree.

They gathered beneath the ancient oak with the rustling of leaves.

Those with enchanting beauty cast a spell on all who behold them.

Then, as the light broke through, they realized the cave was more complicated than they had ever imagined.

Through the dense thicket, there appeared a secluded clearing where they could rest.

They thoughtfully considered the theories presented, their minds weaving through complex ideas.

Those who reach the summit will find breathtaking views through the steamy vista that transcends their wildest dreams.

These philosophical debates, with their intricate arguments, challenge even the most profound thinkers.

Then, at the threshold of understanding, they encountered a revelation that reshaped their perspectives.

In the theater, they watched thought-provoking scenes that required them to think deeply and thoroughly through the twist and turns of the movie being shown.

Tongue Twister Exercises (for advanced learners)

Three thoughtful thieves threw thick thistles through the thicket.

Those thirty thrilling thinkers thought through thousands of theories.

Theo thoroughly thought that these things were theoretically thrilling.

The therapy that they thanked thoroughly thawed their thoughts.

Activity Ideas

Mirror Work: - Practice “th” sounds in front of a mirror, watching tongue placement.

Read Aloud: Read the sentence list slowly, emphasizing the “th” sounds.

Record & Repeat: Record yourself and compare your pronunciation to a native speaker.

Vocabulary practice list

think, thought, thanks, thoughtful, throw, thick, thin, three, Thursday, thermos, thorn, thread

this, that, these, those, their, them, they, the, though, therefore, weather

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