Question

transcribe the following words using phonetic symbols. also indicate primary stress.
i.strength
ii.distinction
iii.historical
iv.shield
v.oxford
vi.illustrate
vii.slavery
viii.pumkin
ix.doubt
x.theatre

Answer 1

Strength       -  /'streŋθ/
illustrate       -  /'ɪləstreɪt/
distinction   -  /dɪ'stɪŋkʃən/
slavery        -  there is no form
historical   -    /hɪ'stɒrɪkəl/
pumpkin    -  there is no form
shield         -/'ʃi:ld/
doubt         -  /'daʊt/
oxford     -  /'ɒksfəd/
theatre       - /'θɪətə/