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jung

Definition:

(nou) Swiss psychologist (1875-1961)

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Hee jung then looked in disbelief.

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Common mistakes of jung pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "jung" with a long "u" sound, like /juːŋ/. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the short "u" sound /ʌ/ in "jung".
Ignoring the nasal ending: Many people forget to pronounce the nasal "ng" at the end of "jung", making it sound like "jun". This alters the meaning. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "ng" as /ŋ/ clearly.
Incorrect stress placement: Stressing the second syllable, as in "jun-G", is a common mistake. "Jung" is a single-syllable word. Tip: Always stress the first and only syllable in "jung" /jʌŋ/.
Mixing up with "young": Some confuse "jung" with "young", pronounced /jʌŋ/ in both US and UK English. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Remember that both words sound the same, but "jung" refers to the psychologist Carl Jung.
Overemphasizing the "j" sound: Some learners pronounce "jung" with an exaggerated "j" sound, making it sound like "zhung". This is incorrect. Tip: Keep the "j" soft, as in /dʒ/, without overemphasis.

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How do you pronounce "jung"?

The word "jung" is pronounced as /jʌŋ/ in both American and British English. The vowel sound is similar to the "u" in "fun," and the "ng" at the end is nasal, like in "sing."

What is the stress pattern for "jung"?

The word "jung" has a single syllable and carries primary stress on that syllable, which is indicated by /ˈjʌŋ/. This means you emphasize the "jung" sound when saying the word.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "jung"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing "jung" with a hard "g" sound, like in "go." It's important to ensure the "ng" is pronounced as a nasal sound, avoiding any hard "g" sound.

Are there regional differences in pronouncing "jung"?

There are no significant regional differences in the pronunciation of "jung" between American and British English; both use the same IPA /jʌŋ/. However, regional accents may slightly affect the vowel sound's quality.