Tackle the 'th' Sounds for Clearer Speech!

A discussion in Teaching English in Indonesia on the SpeakWise Indonesia teacher forum.

Many Indonesian learners struggle with the English 'th' sounds in words like 'this' and 'think', often substituting them with 'd' or 't' sounds. To address this, you can introduce a simple classroom exercise: ask students to place their tongue between their teeth and gently blow air while producing the sounds. For example, practice the phrase 'This is my brother' and encourage them to exaggerate the 'th' sounds. This tip is particularly relevant as mastering these sounds can significantly improve their intelligibility, helping them communicate more confidently in real-life situations!