English pronunciation · Words Starting with T
To Pronunciation
To is pronounced TOO, IPA /ˈtu/.
TOO
US /ˈtu/ · UK /ˈtuː/
Syllables: TOO (1 syllable)
preposition and infinitive marker: The word marking direction or a recipient, and the word placed before a verb in its base form.
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Two Ways to Say To
The pronunciation changes with the meaning or the part of speech. The form above is the most common; the others are:
- weak form, before a consonant: /tə/
To in a Sentence
- We walked to the end of the pier.
- Give the spare key to your neighbour.
- She wants to start again in September.
Common Mispronunciations of To
Not TOO in every position
A full long oo is only used when the word is stressed or stands alone. In running speech it flattens to a quick tuh, so going to the shops comes out as tuh the shops.
Tip: Two readings, chosen by rhythm rather than meaning. Strong TOO when you emphasise it, weak tuh the rest of the time.
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