How to Pronounce Ancient
In this post, we will guide you on how to correctly pronounce the word “ancient.”
Pronunciation Guide
- Phonetically, the word “ancient” is pronounced as [‘eyn(t)-sh(ə)nt].
- Breakdown: The word starts with the sound of “eyn,” similar to the letter “A” followed by “yn.” Then it is followed by the sound of “sh,” similar to the “sh” in “ash,” and ends with the sound “nt.”
Phonetic Notation
For a more detailed breakdown, here is the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) notation for each part:
– ‘ey’ represents the long “a” sound, IPA symbol: [eɪ]
– ‘n’ indicates the sound “n,” IPA symbol: [n]
– ‘t’ represents the sound “t,” IPA symbol: [t]
– ‘sh’ denotes the “sh” sound, IPA symbol: [ʃ]
– (ə) represents a schwa sound, which is a weak vowel often found in unstressed syllables. It can be omitted without changing the pronunciation.
Audio Pronunciation
Click here for an audio clip to listen to the correct pronunciation of “ancient.”
Remember that practice makes perfect, so try pronouncing “ancient” multiple times and listen to the audio clip for guidance. With time, you will master the correct pronunciation!