Triphthong

/ˈtrɪfθɔːŋ,ˈtrɪpθɔːŋ/

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Pro Tip 1/3

Triphthongs can be tricky to pronounce; practicing them can vastly improve your spoken English.

Try repeating the word 'fire' focusing on smoothly transitioning between the vowel sounds.

Pro Tip 2/3

Triphthong usage varies by accent; some regional accents may simplify triphthongs into diphthongs.

The triphthong in 'hour' may sound different in American versus British English.

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Be aware of triphthongs when learning accents to avoid mispronunciation or confusion.

Focusing on the triphthong in 'player' can help you master a British accent.

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