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hang
Definition:
(nou) a special way of doing something (nou) the way a garment hangs (nou) a gymnastic exercise performed on the rings or horizontal bar or parallel bars when the gymnast's weight is supported by the arms
Phonetic Transcription:
hæŋ
Examples:
Tower One was chosen as the location to hang the banner.
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Common mistakes of hang pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "hang" with a long vowel sound, like "hāng." This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /hæŋ/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound as in "cat."
- Overemphasizing the "h": A common mistake is to pronounce "hang" with an exaggerated "h" sound, making it sound like "huhng." The correct pronunciation is /hæŋ/, where "h" is soft. Tip: Keep the "h" light and smooth.
- Adding an extra syllable: Some people mistakenly say "hang" as "hanging" when they intend to use the base form. This is incorrect. "Hang" is a single syllable, pronounced /hæŋ/. Tip: Remember that "hang" is not a two-part word.
- Confusing "hang" with "hangs": Learners sometimes mispronounce "hang" as "hangs," adding an "s" sound at the end. The correct form is /hæŋ/ for "hang" and /hæŋz/ for "hangs." Tip: Pay attention to the context and the ending sounds.
- Misusing intonation: Some speakers use a rising intonation when saying "hang," making it sound like a question. The correct intonation is flat or falling, as it is a statement. Tip: Practice saying "hang" in a steady tone to avoid confusion.