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swing

Definition:

(nou) a state of steady vigorous action that is characteristic of an activity (nou) mechanical device used as a plaything to support someone swinging back and forth (nou) a sweeping blow or stroke (nou) changing location by moving back and forth (nou) a style of jazz played by big bands popular in the 1930s; flowing rhythms but less complex than later styles of jazz (nou) a jaunty rhythm in music (nou) the act of swinging a golf club at a golf ball and (usually) hitting it (nou) in baseball; a batter's attempt to hit a pitched ball (nou) a square dance figure; a pair of dancers join hands and dance around a point between them

Phonetic Transcription:

swɪŋ

Examples:

The swing vacillates regularly.

I'll let you swing.

You have the swing and the bunt in baseball.

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Common mistakes of swing pronunciation

Dropping the "w": Some learners pronounce "swing" as /sɪŋ/ by omitting the "w". This leads to confusion with words like "sing". Tip: Always include the "w" sound, pronounced as /w/ before the "s".
Misplacing stress: Incorrectly stressing the second syllable, saying "swing" as /swɪŋ/, can occur. The correct stress is on the single syllable. Tip: Remember that "swing" is a one-syllable word, so stress the entire word equally.
Confusing vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "swing" with a short "i" sound, as in /sɪŋ/. This is incorrect. Tip: Use the long "i" sound, pronounced as /ɪ/, to ensure clarity in pronunciation.
Overemphasizing the "g": Learners might pronounce "swing" as /swɪŋg/, adding an extra "g" sound. This is not correct. Tip: Focus on the soft "g" sound, pronounced as /ŋ/, which is common in words ending with "ng".
Incorrect regional pronunciation: Some may mistakenly pronounce "swing" differently based on their dialect. The standard pronunciation is /swɪŋ/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Listen to native speakers to familiarize yourself with the correct pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "swing" in American English?

In American English, "swing" is pronounced as /swɪŋ/ with a single syllable. The vowel sound is a short "i" as in "sit," and the stress is on the only syllable.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "swing" between British and American English?

No, "swing" is pronounced the same way in both British and American English, /swɪŋ/. Both varieties maintain the same vowel sound and syllable stress.

What is the syllable structure of the word "swing"?

The word "swing" has one syllable, which is a closed syllable ending in the consonant "g." This means it has a consonant-vowel-consonant structure.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "swing"?

One common mistake is mispronouncing the vowel sound, sometimes saying it like "sang." Remember to use a short "i" sound as in "sit" for the correct pronunciation of "swing."