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yoga

Definition:

(nou) Hindu discipline aimed at training the consciousness for a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquility that is achieved through the three paths of actions and knowledge and devotion (nou) a system of exercises practiced as part of the Hindu discipline to promote control of the body and mind

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈjəʊɡə

Examples:

I said yoga is a calisthenics incorporating meditation.

Ashtanga is the yoga of Patanjali, the compiler of the Yoga Sutras.

He is engrossed in yoga and is strapped in a yoga posture.

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Common mistakes of yoga pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "yo-GA" /joʊˈgɑː/ (US) or /jəʊˈgə/ (UK). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "YO-ga" /ˈjoʊ.gə/ (US) /ˈjəʊ.gə/ (UK).
Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "yoga" with a short "o" sound, saying "yog-uh" instead of "yoga." Tip: Focus on the long "o" sound in "YO" /joʊ/ (US) /jəʊ/ (UK) to pronounce it correctly.
Adding an extra syllable: Learners may say "yo-gah" /joʊˈgɑː/ (US) or "yo-guh" /jəʊˈgə/ (UK), mistakenly inserting an extra vowel. Tip: Keep it as two syllables: "YO-ga" /ˈjoʊ.gə/ (US) /ˈjəʊ.gə/ (UK).
Overemphasizing the "g": Some speakers pronounce "yoga" as "yo-guh" with a hard "g" sound. Tip: Use a softer "g" sound, making it blend smoothly with the following vowel: "YO-ga" /ˈjoʊ.gə/ (US) /ˈjəʊ.gə/ (UK).
Mispronouncing the final "a": A common error is pronouncing the final "a" as "ah" instead of "uh." Tip: The last syllable should sound like "guh," not "gah": "YO-ga" /ˈjoʊ.gə/ (US) /ˈjəʊ.gə/ (UK).

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "yoga" in American English?

In American English, "yoga" is pronounced as /ˈjoʊɡə/. The stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "yo," followed by a softer "guh."

What is the British pronunciation of "yoga"?

In British English, "yoga" is also pronounced as /ˈjəʊɡə/. The primary stress remains on the first syllable, which sounds like "yo," but the vowel sound is slightly different from the American version.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "yoga"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, such as saying "YO-ga" with equal emphasis on both syllables. Remember to stress the first syllable, making it "YO-ga," to sound more natural.

How many syllables are in the word "yoga"?

The word "yoga" has two syllables: "yo" and "ga." It's pronounced as /ˈjoʊɡə/ in American English and /ˈjəʊɡə/ in British English, with the first syllable receiving the primary stress.