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How to pronounce tablecloth

tablecloth
/ˈteɪbəlklɔːθ/
3 syllables, stress on the first

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th is the voiceless /θ/ here, as in “think”.

Tablecloth, sound by sound

/t/as in tenTongue tip on the ridge behind the upper teeth, not on the teeth. With a light puff of air.
/eɪ/as in dayGlide from “e” to a short “i”. One syllable.
/b/as in bedA voiced “b”. Do not turn it into “p” at the end of a word.
/ə/as in cupA short, relaxed “uh”; the mouth is barely open.
/l/as in lookTongue tip on the ridge behind the teeth; air flows around the sides.
/k/as in catWith a light puff of air at the start of a word.
/l/as in lookTongue tip on the ridge behind the teeth; air flows around the sides.
/ɔː/as in thoughtA long, open “aw” with rounded lips. Do not finish it with “oo”.
/θ/as in thinkTongue tip between the teeth, breathe out with no voice. It is not S, F or T.

In a sentence

I'm afraid I spilled coffee on the tablecloth.

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Questions and answers

How do you pronounce tablecloth?

Tablecloth is pronounced /ˈteɪbəlklɔːθ/ in American English.

How many syllables are in tablecloth?

Tablecloth has 3 syllables.

Which syllable is stressed in tablecloth?

The first syllable: /ˈteɪbəlklɔːθ/.

Is there a silent or unusual letter in tablecloth?

th is the voiceless /θ/ here, as in “think”.

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