How to pronounce hyung
Say it like HYUHNG. Hyung is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- HYUHNG
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hyung pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HYUHNGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of hyung
American and British speakers say hyung in essentially the same way: /hjʌŋ/ in the US and /hjʌŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: HYUHNG.
What does hyung mean?
- An affectionate term of address for an older brother or somewhat older man.
- An older male member of an idol group.
Words that rhyme with hyung
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of hyung.
Questions about saying hyung
How do you pronounce hyung?
Say HYUHNG. The American pronunciation is /hjʌŋ/. In British English it is /hjʌŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hyung?
Hyung is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: HYUHNG.
Do Americans and Brits say hyung the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /hjʌŋ/ and the British form is /hjʌŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.