Begin with a voiceless 'th' sound. Stick your tongue between your teeth slightly and blow air out.
Follow with an 'r' sound, curling your tongue back slightly.
End with 'ʌst'. Make a short 'uh' sound followed by 'st'.
t-rust (should be one syllable)
f-rust (incorrect initial sound)
th-roost (incorrect vowel sound)
Start with the voiceless 'th' sound. Place your tongue between your teeth a bit and blow.
Next, create the 'r' sound by curling your tongue back slightly.
Finish with 'ʌst', a short 'uh' sound followed by 'st'.
t-rust (should be one syllable)
f-rust (incorrect initial sound)
th-roost (incorrect vowel sound)
Many languages don't have the 'th' sound, so practice putting your tongue forward.
In American English, 'r' is a bit stronger than in some other languages.
Some might separate them, but it should be one smooth sound.
To push something with force.
/ˈθrʌstɪŋ/
Pushing forcefully
/ˈθrʌstfəl/
Full of vigor and energy
/θrʌsts/
Multiple pushes
- Ending sound changes, 'ing' has a soft 'i' sound.
- End with 'ful' has a clear 'ful' sound.
- Add 's' at the end for plural.
Practice in front of a mirror to get the 'th' right.
Try to say 'thrust' in a single smooth motion without breaks.
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