How to Pronounce “Athlete”
To correctly pronounce the word “athlete,” follow these steps:
- Start by saying the sound “A” as in “cat” or “hat.”
- Then, pronounce the “th” sound like in “think” or “thought.” Place the tip of your tongue gently between your teeth and exhale slightly.
- Next, say the letter “l,” making sure your tongue touches the upper teeth ridge lightly.
- After that, pronounce the “ee” sound as in “see” or “be.”
- Finally, end with a soft “t” sound, similar to the letter “t” in “cat” or “hat.”
Putting it all together, the correct pronunciation of “athlete” is “ATH-leet.”
Please note that the emphasis should be on the first syllable, “ATH,” while the second syllable, “leet,” should be pronounced more quickly and softly.
Hope this helps you pronounce “athlete” accurately!