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How to pronounce “thing”

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Pronunciation guide for thing

Learning goal: Practice the English pronunciation of thing with real speech in context.
Available examples: 8 YouTube examples
Real speech example: The Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligencegot given in a thing called the Breakthrough Listen
Definition summary: That which is considered to exist as a separate entity, object, quality or concept.

Example 1 of 8

The Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence

got given in a thing called the Breakthrough Listen

[Noun]
That which is considered to exist as a separate entity, object, quality or concept.
A word, symbol, sign, or other referent that can be used to refer to any entity.
An individual object or distinct entity.
(law)
(in the plural) Possessions or equipment; stuff; gear.
(somewhat dated, with the) The latest fad or fashion.
(informal) A custom or practice.
(informal, with a) A genuine concept, entity or phenomenon; something that actually exists (often contrary to expectation or belief). [from 20th c.]
(informal) A unit or container, usually containing consumable goods.
(informal) A problem, dilemma, or complicating factor.
(informal, with the) The central point; the crux.
(slang, euphemistic) A penis.
(slang, euphemistic) A vulva or vagina.
A living being or creature.
Used after a noun to refer dismissively to the situation surrounding the noun's referent.
(informal, used possessively, chiefly in the negative) That which is favoured; personal preference.
(informal, used possessively, with "do") One's typical routine, habits, or manner.
(chiefly historical) A public assembly or judicial council in a Germanic country.
(informal) A romantic relationship.
(informal) A romantic couple.
(MLE) Alternative form of ting.
(MLE) Girl; attractive woman.
[Verb]
(rare) To express as a thing; to reify.