How to pronounce axunge
Say it like AK-sunj. Axunge has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AK).
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- AK
- sunj
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Axunge pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- sunjKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of axunge
American and British speakers say axunge in essentially the same way: /ˈæksəndʒ/ in the US and /ˈæksəndʒ/ in the UK.
British respelling: AK-sunj.
What does axunge mean?
- Fat or grease, especially of a pig or goose.
- Lard prepared for medical use.
Where does axunge come from?
Borrowed from French axonge (“lard”), from Latin axungia, from axis (“wheel”) + ungere (“to grease, lubricate”).
Questions about saying axunge
How do you pronounce axunge?
Say AK-sunj. The American pronunciation is /ˈæksəndʒ/. In British English it is /ˈæksəndʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in axunge?
Axunge has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AK). Broken into parts: AK · sunj.
Do Americans and Brits say axunge the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈæksəndʒ/ and the British form is /ˈæksəndʒ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.