In which of the following words, is the sound /k/ aspirated ?
Correct answer: A. Kill
- A. Kill
- B. Skill
- C. Skin
- D. Skit
Explanation
The /k/ in kill is aspirated because it occurs at the beginning of a stressed syllable, producing a noticeable puff of air. After /s/, as in skill, skin and skit, /k/ is normally unaspirated.
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