Pronounce 02
THROUGH
Natural Pronunciation
Say it: throo
One syllable.
Start with the th in think, then add roo as in room without the m.
Sounds exactly like threw.
Practical Use
We walked through the park to reach the museum.
Sunlight came through the kitchen window.
She learned about the opportunity through a friend.
The manager looked through the documents before signing them.
He stayed positive through a difficult period in his life.
Read in Context
Finding a New Opportunity
When Elena lost her job, she wasn't sure how she would support herself. She searched through online listings every morning and contacted former colleagues for advice. Through a friend, she learned about a small company that needed an experienced assistant. She prepared her résumé carefully and worked through several practice interviews before meeting the manager. The interview went well, and she received an offer two days later. Although the process had been stressful, Elena realized she had gained useful skills through the experience. She had made it through a difficult time and discovered an opportunity she might never have found otherwise.
Understanding the Word
Through can describe movement from one side to another, the means by which something happens, or the experience of a period of time.
Movement: We drove through a tunnel.
Means: I heard about the class through my teacher.
Experience: She remained calm through the entire emergency.
