How to say English in American English
Use the simple guide "ING-glish" and compare it with US IPA /ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ/.
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How to pronounce English
Learn how to pronounce English in English with clear US and UK audio, simple phonetic spelling, IPA, syllables, stress, and pronunciation tips.
1. Audio
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2. Simple phonetic spelling
ING-glish
3. IPA transcription
/ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ/
4. Syllables
English
5. Stress
ING-glish
6. Native-language tips
ing-glish
- Keep the first vowel short and clear.
Common pronunciation mistakes
Natural example sentences
FAQ
What is the IPA for English?
A common IPA transcription is /ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ/. PronounceText can show US and UK variants when they differ.
Where is the stress in English?
The stress guide is ING-glish.