How to Pronounce Flung

To pronounce "flung", say FLUNG — one syllable, IPA /ˈflʌŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈflʌŋ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “flung”

"flung" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with tongue and bung, if that helps it stick.

What does flung mean?

verb

  1. To move (oneself) abruptly or violently; to rush or dash.
  2. To throw with violence or quick movement; to hurl.

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Words that rhyme with flung

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tonguebungunsungamongslungstungyoungsprungclunghungstrunglung

Related words

throwncastpitchedlobbedhurledtossedlaunchedjettisoned

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flung"?▾

"Flung" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "flung"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flung" is /ˈflʌŋ/.

What does "flung" mean?▾

Flung: To move (oneself) abruptly or violently; to rush or dash.

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