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The word 'goodness' has 2 syllables.
ˈgʊd-nəs


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Sound by Sound American English Phonetic Pronunciation of the word 'Goodness'

Practicing the sound by sound pronunciation table of the word 'Goodness' will help you improve your spoken American English.

#2: /g/
TongueThe back part of the tongue reaches up and touches the soft palate, cutting off the air. The tongue pulls away and the air flows.
LipsThe lips position depends on the sound that comes next.
AirFirst, the air stops. Then it flows.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#3: /ʊ/
TongueThe back of the tongue lifts towards the back of the roof of the mouth.
LipsThe lips flare.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#4: /d/
TongueThe tongue comes up. The front part touches the roof of the mouth behind the top teeth. Then it pulls down to release the air.
TeethThe teeth are together. Then they separate.
AirFirst, the air stops. Then it flows.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#5: /n/
TongueYour tongue is against the ridge behind the top teeth.
AirThe air flows through the nose.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#6: /ə/
TongueThe tongue remains forward and relaxed.
LipsThe lips relax.
JawThe jaw drops.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#7: /s/
TongueThe tongue is behind the teeth.
Lips
TeethThe teeth remain clenched.
AirThe air flows through the tip of the tongue towards the edge of the teeth.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords do not vibrate.

Examples of sentences with the word 'goodness'

Goodness gracious, I just can't stop dancing!

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Goodness gracious, goodness gracious! Giggling goats gobbling grapefruits, Gathered by the garden gnome, Gleefully greeting guests from Guam! Goofy gophers gnawing on gumdrops, Gulping gallons of ginger beer, Gentle giraffes in glittery gowns, Galloping to the grand gala in town! Goodness gracious, goodness gracious!

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