How to Pronounce Stung

To pronounce "stung", say STUNG — one syllable, IPA /stʌŋ/. 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

/stʌŋ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “stung”

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

What does stung mean?

verb

  1. To hurt, usually by introducing poison or a sharp point, or both.

    “Right so came out an adder of a little heathbush, and it stung a knight in the foot.”

  2. (of an insect) To bite.

Words that rhyme with stung

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tonguebungunsungamongslungflungyoungsprungclunghungstrunglung

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stung"?▾

"Stung" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "stung"?▾

The IPA transcription of "stung" is /stʌŋ/.

What does "stung" mean?▾

Stung: To hurt, usually by introducing poison or a sharp point, or both.

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