How to Pronounce Hung

To pronounce "hung", say HUNG — one syllable, IPA /ˈhʌŋ/. 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

/ˈhʌŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hung”

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

What does hung mean?

verb

  1. To be or remain suspended.

    “The lights hung from the ceiling.”

  2. To float, as if suspended.

    “The smoke hung in the room.”

adjective

  1. Suspended by hanging.
  2. Having hanging additions or appendages.

Synonyms

put upgallowsswingtake a ride to Tyburndanglesuspendedsuspendfreeze

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Words that rhyme with hung

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tonguebungunsungamongslungflungstungyoungsprungclungstrunglung

Related words

adorneddecoratedhingclippedlock-uplockedbandlock

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hung"?▾

"Hung" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "hung"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hung" is /ˈhʌŋ/.

What does "hung" mean?▾

Hung: To be or remain suspended.

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