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song

Definition:

(nou) a short musical composition with words (nou) a distinctive or characteristic sound (nou) the act of singing (nou) the characteristic sound produced by a bird (nou) a very small sum (nou) the imperial dynasty of China from 960 to 1279; noted for art and literature and philosophy

Phonetic Transcription:

sɒŋ

Examples:

The song will be used as the promotional song of the album.

The song is shortened for the album.

The song is the fastest on the album.

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music

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Common mistakes of song pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "song" with an "o" sound like in "so." The correct pronunciation is /sɔŋ/ in US and /sɒŋ/ in UK. Tip: Focus on the "aw" sound to avoid confusion.
Ignoring the nasal "ng": Many forget the nasal "ng" sound at the end, pronouncing it as "son." The correct ending is /ŋ/. Tip: Practice saying "sing" to get comfortable with the nasal sound.
Overemphasizing the "s": Some people stress the "s" too much, making it sound like "ssong." The correct pronunciation is /sɔŋ/ or /sɒŋ/. Tip: Keep the "s" soft and blend it smoothly into the vowel.
Confusing "song" with "sung": Learners may mix up "song" with its past tense "sung." "Song" is pronounced /sɔŋ/ (US) and /sɒŋ/ (UK), while "sung" is /sʌŋ/. Tip: Remember that "sung" has a different vowel sound.
Mispronouncing the "o": Some may pronounce "song" with a short "o" sound, like in "hot." The correct sound is /ɔ/ in US and /ɒ/ in UK. Tip: Open your mouth wider to achieve the correct vowel sound.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "song" in American English?

In American English, "song" is pronounced as /sɔŋ/ with the vowel sound similar to the "aw" in "law." The "ng" at the end is pronounced as a nasal sound, which is common in many English words.

What is the British English pronunciation of "song"?

In British English, "song" is also pronounced as /sɒŋ/, where the vowel sound is more like the "o" in "lot." The difference in pronunciation mainly lies in the vowel quality.

Does "song" have a schwa sound in it?

No, "song" does not contain a schwa sound. The vowel sound is a strong, clear vowel, and the "ng" is pronounced distinctly without any reduction.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "song"?

One common mistake is mispronouncing the vowel sound, often saying it like "sawn" instead of the correct /sɔŋ/. It's important to ensure that the "ng" sound is pronounced clearly to avoid confusion with similar words.