How to Pronounce its vs its
Key Pronunciation Contrast
its and its differ in vowel quality, articulation, and syllable stress. Listening to them back-to-back helps train your ear to distinguish the subtle phonetic contrasts.
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Frequently Asked Questions: its vs its
What is the difference in pronunciation between "its" and "its"?
its and its differ in vowel quality, articulation, and syllable stress. Listening to them back-to-back helps train your ear to distinguish the subtle phonetic contrasts.
Where does the syllable stress fall in "its" vs "its"?
"its" has 1 syllable(s) (its) with stress on "ITS". "its" has 1 syllable(s) (its) with stress on "ITS".
Why do English learners often confuse "its" and "its"?
These words share similar consonant frameworks and vowel lengths, making them difficult for non-native speakers to distinguish without back-to-back ear training.
What are example sentences for "its" and "its"?
Example for "its": "… both Houses have resolved to rob the North of a good friend of its and yours." Example for "its": "… both Houses have resolved to rob the North of a good friend of its and yours."