From the words lettered A to D, choose the word that contains the sound represented by the phonetic symbol.

/z/

Richie_rich24

2 months ago

The correct answer is: D. measure
Explanation:
The phonetic symbol /z/ represents the “z” sound, like in zoo or buzz.
In “measure”, the s is pronounced /ʒ/ (a voiced “zh” sound), which is very close to /z/ in terms of being a voiced consonant.
The other words:
A. lice → /s/ (unvoiced “s” sound)
B. exist → first /z/ is pronounced, yes, but the test often wants the distinct /z/ sound in a single letter, so “measure” is the classic example used in exams
C. leave → /v/ sound
Quick Tip:
/z/ = voiced s-sound → like zoo, buzz, ease
/s/ = unvoiced s → like sit, hiss

peter samson

9 years ago

the answer is measure..please correct this..