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The word 'hilb' has one syllable.
ˈhɪlb


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Sound by Sound American English Phonetic Pronunciation of the word 'Hilb'

Practicing the sound by sound pronunciation table of the word 'Hilb' will help you improve your spoken American English.

#2: /h/
TongueThe position of the tongue depends on the sound that comes next.
LipsThe lips are open to let the air go through.
TeethThere is a separation between the teeth.
AirAir passes through the mouth.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords do not vibrate.
#3: /ɪ/
TongueThe tongue raises high in the mouth. It moves to the front of the mouth. Then the tip of the tongue moves behind the bottom front teeth. The tongue remains relaxed in the front of the mouth.
LipsThe lips separated and relaxed.
JawThe jaw drops and the mouth opens a little bit.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#4: /l/
TongueThe tongue is against the back of the upper teeth.
AirThe air flows around the sides of the mouth.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#5: /b/
LipsThe lips start together. Then they separate.
TeethThere is a small gap between the teeth.
AirFirst, the air stops. Then, it flows.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.

Examples of sentences with the word 'hilb'

I have never heard of the word "hilb" before, but I will try my best: "The hilb-shaped cake was delicious, but I'm still not sure what a hilb is!"

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Hilb's sizzling skillet sizzled six thick slabs of steak so swiftly that Sally's hands started to sweat and slip.

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