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What words have silent Th?

You're likely thinking of words where the "th" is silent, and the "t" or "h" sound is used instead. Here are some examples:

Words where "t" is pronounced:

* Thumb

* Thump

* Thomas

* Threaten

* Throttle

* Esther

* Timothy

Words where "h" is pronounced:

* Honest

* Hour

* Honor

* Vehicle (in some dialects)

Important note: The pronunciation of "th" can vary depending on the dialect of English being spoken. For example, in some dialects, "th" in words like "brother" and "father" might be pronounced with a "d" sound.

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