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How to pronounce:
tangy
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtæŋi
Examples:
The flavor is described as somewhere between tangy and sour.
The sherbet lemon has a citrus taste and is sour and also tangy.
Tang is a sweet and tangy, orange flavored drink, from the United States.
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Common mistakes of tangy pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "tan-GY". The correct pronunciation is "ˈtæŋi" in US and "ˈtæŋi" in UK, with stress on the first syllable. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "tan" part.
- Vowel confusion: People often pronounce the "a" as "æ" instead of "eɪ". The correct sound is the short "a" as in "cat". Tip: Practice saying "cat" before moving to "tangy" to get the vowel right.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some speakers pronounce "tangy" with a hard "g", sounding like "tan-gee". The correct pronunciation has a softer "g" sound, "ˈtæŋi". Tip: Think of the "ng" as a single sound, like in "sing".
- Ignoring the "y" sound: Learners may skip the "y" at the end, resulting in "tan-g". The correct pronunciation includes the "y" as "i". Tip: Say "happy" to practice the "y" sound before trying "tangy".
- Incorrect ending: Some pronounce "tangy" as "tang-ee", adding an unnecessary syllable. The correct form is "ˈtæŋi", with only two syllables. Tip: Break it down to "tan" and "gee" but say them quickly to avoid adding an extra sound.