How to Pronounce Jong

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

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Letters

/dʒɒŋ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “jong”

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

What does jong mean?

noun

  1. A Tibetan building which makes up a prefecture; typically a monastery or fortress.

Words that rhyme with jong

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

strongtangthronglongmongheadstrongwrongbongprolongheadlongsaronggong

Related words

youngyongwhailgongbellchengjung

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jong"?▾

"Jong" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "jong"?▾

The IPA transcription of "jong" is /dʒɒŋ/.

What does "jong" mean?▾

Jong: A Tibetan building which makes up a prefecture; typically a monastery or fortress.

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