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Syllables

The word 'gun' has one syllable.
ˈgʌn


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

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

#1: /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.
#2: /ʌ/
TongueThe tongue relaxes. The back of the tongue presses down a little bit. The tip of the tongue is forward.
LipsThe lips relax.
JawThe jaw drops.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.
#3: /n/
TongueYour tongue is against the ridge behind the top teeth.
AirThe air flows through the nose.
Vocal ChordsThe vocal cords vibrate.

Examples of sentences with the word 'gun'

Hey there, wanna have a blast? Let's shoot some smiles with our laughter gun!

Try this Exciting 'gun' Tongue Twister Challenge

Gather good grapes and give them to the guy with the gun who guards the green gate.

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