To pronounce "throes", say THROES — one syllable, IPA /θɹəʊz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/θɹəʊz/
IPA
"throes" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with repose and close, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: throws — easy to mix up when writing.
noun
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Throes" has one syllable.
The IPA transcription of "throes" is /θɹəʊz/.
Throes: A pang, spasm.
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