How to pronounce ssamjang
Say it like SAM-jang. Ssamjang has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAM).
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- SAM
- jang
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ssamjang pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SAMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- jangKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of ssamjang
American and British speakers say ssamjang in essentially the same way: /ˈsæmdʒæŋ/ in the US and /ˈsæmdʒæŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: SAM-jang.
What does ssamjang mean?
- A thick, spicy Korean paste made from doenjang, gochujang, sesame oil, onion, garlic, green onions, and optionally brown sugar.
Where does ssamjang come from?
Borrowed from Korean 쌈장 (ssamjang).
Questions about saying ssamjang
How do you pronounce ssamjang?
Say SAM-jang. The American pronunciation is /ˈsæmdʒæŋ/. In British English it is /ˈsæmdʒæŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ssamjang?
Ssamjang has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAM). Broken into parts: SAM · jang.
Do Americans and Brits say ssamjang the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsæmdʒæŋ/ and the British form is /ˈsæmdʒæŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.