How to Pronounce Sprang

To pronounce "sprang", say SPRANG — one syllable, IPA /spɹæŋ/. 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

/spɹæŋ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “sprang”

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

What does sprang mean?

verb

  1. To weaken, as a joint, ligament, or muscle, by sudden and excessive exertion, as by wrenching; to overstrain, or stretch injuriously, but without luxation

    “to sprain one's ankle”

verb

  1. To burst forth.
  2. (of beards) To grow.

verb

  1. To hold tightly, to clasp.
  2. To apply a force or forces to by stretching out.

    “Relations between the United States and Guatemala traditionally have been close, although at times strained by human rights and civil/military issues.”

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Words that rhyme with sprang

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bangtangharanguepangclangoverhangslanghanggangfangboomerangprang

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sprang"?▾

"Sprang" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "sprang"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sprang" is /spɹæŋ/.

What does "sprang" mean?▾

Sprang: To weaken, as a joint, ligament, or muscle, by sudden and excessive exertion, as by wrenching; to overstrain, or stretch injuriously, but without luxation

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