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How can I know if a word is voiced or unvoiced TH?Is there any rules regarding this? Thank you!
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Greetings!

How can I know if a word is voiced or unvoiced TH?Is there any rules regarding this? Thank you!
I think there is no fixed rule. You need to check it in a dictionary.
Check this one:
English Pronouncing Dictionary with Instant Sound Free Online

I feel the unvoiced TH is used mainly before consonants, and the voiced TH is used before vowels.
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