We use the definite article in front of a noun when we believe the listener/reader knows exactly what we are referring to:. The is usually pronounced (ðə ) before a consonant and (ði ) before a vowel, but pronounced (ði ) when you are.
Learn whether to pronounce 'the' or 'thee' and 'an' or un'.. Used before nouns to refer to particular things or people that have already been talked about or….