How to Pronounce Lung

To pronounce "lung", say LUNG — one syllable, IPA /ˈlʌŋ/. 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

/ˈlʌŋ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “lung”

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

What does lung mean?

noun

  1. A biological organ of vertebrates that controls breathing and oxygenates the blood.
  2. (plural) Capacity for exercise or exertion; breath.

    “He hasn't the lungs to play long rallies like he use to.”

Synonyms

bellowslights

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Words that rhyme with lung

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tonguebungunsungamongslungflungstungyoungsprungclunghungstrung

Related words

pulmonaryrespiratorylifebloodliverpneumoconiosispneumoniatuberculosisrespiration

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lung"?▾

"Lung" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "lung"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lung" is /ˈlʌŋ/.

What does "lung" mean?▾

Lung: A biological organ of vertebrates that controls breathing and oxygenates the blood.

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