How to pronounce neigong
Say it like nay-GUUNG. Neigong has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (GUUNG).
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- nay
- GUUNG
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Neigong pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- nayKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- GUUNGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
American vs British pronunciation of neigong
American and British speakers say neigong in essentially the same way: /neɪˈɡʊŋ/ in the US and /neɪˈɡʊŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: nay-GUUNG.
What does neigong mean?
- Any of the variety of Chinese breathing, meditation and spiritual disciplines associated with Taoism and martial arts.
Questions about saying neigong
How do you pronounce neigong?
Say nay-GUUNG. The American pronunciation is /neɪˈɡʊŋ/. In British English it is /neɪˈɡʊŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in neigong?
Neigong has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (GUUNG). Broken into parts: nay · GUUNG.
Do Americans and Brits say neigong the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /neɪˈɡʊŋ/ and the British form is /neɪˈɡʊŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.