How to pronounce "105th" in English
th
Hear native speakers say 105th in context across real video clips
Linguistic Pronunciation Masterclass: “105th”
Phonetic mechanics, syllable architecture, and conversational cadence
Syllable Architecture & Stress Distribution
th
Reduced vowel sound, relaxed jaw, and minimal vocal effort.
As a single-syllable word, "105th" receives full primary stress when spoken in isolation, though it may take a reduced weak form in connected speech when acting as a function word.
Common Pronunciation Traps & Learner Mistakes
The Trap: Many learners substitute "th" with "s", "z", "t", or "d".
How Native Speakers Say It: Place the flat blade of your tongue lightly between your upper and lower incisors. Blow air gently without vocal chord vibration to produce the unvoiced ⁄θ⁄ sound.
Connected Speech & Natural Conversational Flow
When "105th" is followed by a word starting with a vowel, glide the final consonant into the opening vowel (e.g. "105th is" sounds like "105th-iz").
In natural sentences, avoid over-stressing "105th" unless it conveys the core contrast or focal point of your message.
Authentic Spoken Quotes from Native Video Context
“until we later found out that the 105th quarter which was about 10 was too expensive”— TEDx TalksWatch clip
“Make it to your 100th or 105th birthday in Germany, and you’ll also get a special congratulations from the president.”— Native SpeakerWatch clip
“former new york mayor the 105th mayor of new york ed koch is dead at 88 years old he was mayor from a tumultuous 1978 to 1989”— Native SpeakerWatch clip
“Justin Welby became the 105th Archbishop of Canterbury in 2013 the start of a decade in which he conducted the rhythm of National Life”— Native SpeakerWatch clip
“CLA last year in Hong Kong fellow journalists celebrated Claire's 105th birthday as even more extraordinary stories emerged of her role before World”— Native SpeakerWatch clip
“This year is the 105th anniversary of his birthday.”— Native SpeakerWatch clip
Practice Speaking “105th”
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until we later found out that the 105th quarter which was about 10 was too expensive
Hear it in context: “105th”
10 clipsThe English word “105th”. Phonologically, it consists of 1 syllable (th), pronounced as a single stressed monosyllable. SayItVid indexes 10 authentic English video clips demonstrating how native speakers articulate “105th” in natural connected speech across American (US: 8 sampled), British (UK), and Australian (AUS) accents, including verified broadcasts from TEDx Talks.
Spoken Video Transcripts & Contextual Quotes (5 Verified Clips)
- 🇺🇸 USTEDx TalksClip #1 · @2:38
“george compound and we didn't know until we later found out that the 105th quarter which was about 10 was too expensive quarter which was about 10 was too expensive”
- 🇺🇸 USClip #2 · @2:42
“have the power to pardon people, and award thousands of honors. Make it to your 100th or 105th birthday in Germany, and you’ll also get a special congratulations from the president. special congratulations from the president.”
- 🇺🇸 USClip #3 · @0:00
“former new york mayor the 105th mayor of new york ed koch is dead at 88 years old he was mayor from a tumultuous 1978 to 1989 dead at 88 years old he was mayor from a tumultuous 1978 to 1989”
- 🇺🇸 USClip #4 · @4:03
“here's our home editor Justin Welby became the 105th Archbishop of Canterbury in 2013 the start of a decade in which he conducted the rhythm of National Life 2013 the start of a decade in which he conducted the rhythm of National Life”
- 🇺🇸 USClip #5 · @1:19
“help like being in it happy birthday dear CLA last year in Hong Kong fellow journalists celebrated Claire's 105th birthday as even more extraordinary stories emerged of her role before World birthday as even more extraordinary stories emerged of her role before World”
Pronounce: “105th”
- Syllables:
- th
- Hear it in context
- 105th
Words that Sound Identical (Homophones)
Unique Sound"105th" has no true homophones in standard English — there are no other words with identical pronunciation. Unlike sound-alike pairs like there / their or peace / piece, "105th" has a completely distinct phonetic identity.
Frequently asked questions about 105th
How can I hear “105th” used in real sentences?
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What is the most common pronunciation mistake when saying “105th”?
Many learners substitute "th" with "s", "z", "t", or "d". Place the flat blade of your tongue lightly between your upper and lower incisors. Blow air gently without vocal chord vibration to produce the unvoiced ⁄θ⁄ sound.