What sound does the short capital 'ɪ' represent?

The short capital 'ɪ' represents the "ih" sound, as heard in words like "bit" or "sit." This sound is classified as a near-close, near-front unrounded vowel, which is commonly found in many English words. It is characterized by a relatively high tongue position and a placement towards the front of the mouth, but not quite as high or as front as the vowel sound represented by 'i.'

In contrast, the other options represent different vowel sounds: the "eh" sound corresponds to a more open-mid front unrounded vowel, as in "bed"; the "eee" sound denotes a close front unrounded vowel like in "see"; and the "Ah" sound suggests a low back vowel sound you might hear in "father." Understanding these distinctions helps learners grasp the subtleties of English vowel sounds and their representations in phonetic transcription.