The words "think" and "thing" have similar sounds but different phonics. Here’s how they differ:
1. "Think" (/θɪŋk/)
- The ending sound is /k/ (a hard "k" sound).
- It has the /ŋk/ sound, like in "bank" or "link".
- Example: I think you are right.
2. "Thing" (/θɪŋ/)
- The ending sound is /ŋ/ (a soft "ng" sound).
- It has the /ŋ/ sound, like in "sing" or "ring".
- Example: That thing is mine.
Key Difference in Pronunciation:
- "Think" ends with a /k/ sound, which is harder and more forceful.
- "Thing" ends with a /ŋ/ sound, which is softer and nasal.
Try saying them aloud:
- Think → /θɪŋk/ (tongue touches the roof of the mouth at the end)
- Thing → /θɪŋ/ (tongue stays lower in the mouth at the end)
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