The phonetic transcription of the word chasm is -

Correct option is A

The correct phonetic transcription of chasm is /kæzəm/, where the initial "ch" is pronounced as /k/, and the stress falls on the first syllable. The word originates from Greek khasma, meaning "gaping."
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1. Chasm refers to a deep fissure or gap, both literally and metaphorically.
2. The silent "h" results in the /k/ sound for the initial consonant cluster.
3. Accurate transcription ensures clear pronunciation in spoken English.
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Additional Information:
· (b) /tʃæzm/: Incorrect; "ch" in chasm is not pronounced as /tʃ/.
· (c) /tʃa:zm/: Incorrect; wrong vowel sound and consonant cluster.
· (d) /ka:sm/: Incorrect vowel length and pronunciation of the final syllable.