Identify the word where the initial consonant is a voiceless sound

Source: JAMB · 2024

Identify the word where the initial consonant is a voiceless sound

  1. Joke
  2. Giraffe
  3. Cheese ✓
  4. Zebra
Explanation

A voiceless sound is made without the vocal cords vibrating. “Cheese” starts with /tʃ/, which is voiceless.

“Joke” and “giraffe” both start with /dʒ/, and “zebra” starts with /z/. All three are voiced. Put a finger on your throat and you will feel the vibration.

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