How to Pronounce Yang

To pronounce "yang", say YANG — one syllable, IPA /jæŋ/. 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

/jæŋ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “yang”

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

What does yang mean?

noun

  1. A principle in Chinese and related East Asian philosophies associated with bright, hot, masculine, etc. elements of the natural world.

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Words that rhyme with yang

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bangtangharanguepangclangoverhangslanghanggangfangboomerangprang

Related words

yinyankoreayounghonliangpyongyangyong

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "yang"?▾

"Yang" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "yang"?▾

The IPA transcription of "yang" is /jæŋ/.

What does "yang" mean?▾

Yang: A principle in Chinese and related East Asian philosophies associated with bright, hot, masculine, etc. elements of the natural world.

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