How to Pronounce Slang

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

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Syllable

5

Letters

/sleɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “slang”

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

What does slang mean?

noun

  1. Language outside of conventional usage and in the informal register.
  2. Language that is unique to a particular profession or subject; jargon.

verb

  1. To vocally abuse, or shout at.

Synonyms

cantdialectjargonlingovernacular

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Words that rhyme with slang

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bangtangharanguepangclangoverhanghanggangfangboomerangprangrang

Related words

cantjargonvernacularlingodupeargotbefoolfool

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "slang"?▾

"Slang" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "slang"?▾

The IPA transcription of "slang" is /sleɪŋ/.

What does "slang" mean?▾

Slang: Language outside of conventional usage and in the informal register.

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