How to Pronounce Rang

To pronounce "rang", say RANG — one syllable, IPA /ɹæŋ/. 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

/ɹæŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rang”

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

What does rang mean?

verb

  1. Of a bell, etc., to produce a resonant sound.

    “The bells were ringing in the town.”

  2. To make (a bell, etc.) produce a resonant sound.

    “The deliveryman rang the doorbell to drop off a parcel.”

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Words that rhyme with rang

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bangtangharanguepangclangoverhangslanghanggangfangboomerangprang

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rang"?▾

"Rang" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "rang"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rang" is /ɹæŋ/.

What does "rang" mean?▾

Rang: Of a bell, etc., to produce a resonant sound.

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