Correct option is A
The correct transcription of
"thick" is
/θɪk/. The initial sound /θ/ is a voiceless dental fricative, and /ɪ/ represents a short vowel, followed by the final consonant /k/. This pronunciation is standard in English and distinguishes it from other similar-sounding words.
Information Booster:
1.
/θ/: Voiceless dental fricative, as in
"thin."
2.
/ð/: Voiced dental fricative, as in
"this."
3.
/ɪ/: A short vowel sound, as in
"sit."
4.
Incorrect Options: Options (a), (b), and (d) include either the wrong consonant or vowel sounds.
5.
Common Errors: Learners often confuse /θ/ with /t/ or /s/.