Loath Vs Loathe: What's The Difference? | pronunciation

Learn the correct pronunciation of loath vs loathe in research context. Get tips on articulating these terms correctly, including phonetic spelling and common mistakes to avoid.

The words "loath" and "loathe" are often confused, but they are actually two distinct words with different meanings and pronunciations.

Pronunciation:

• Loath (rhymes with "both") is an adjective meaning unwilling or reluctant.
• Loathe (rhymes with "clothe") is a verb meaning to dislike or detest.
  

Usage:

• When used as an adjective, "loath" is used to describe a person who is unwilling to do something or is reluctant about it. For example, "He was loath to leave his home behind."
  
• When used as a verb, "loathe" is used to describe the act of disliking or detesting something. For example, "She loathed the taste of coffee."
  

It's important to keep these words separate as using the wrong one can change the meaning of your sentence completely. Make sure to use "loath" when referring to an adjective and "loathe" when referring to a verb.

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