English pronunciation · Words Starting with S
Soon Pronunciation
Soon is pronounced SOON, IPA /ˈsun/.
SOON
US /ˈsun/ · UK /ˈsuːn/
Syllables: SOON (1 syllable)
adverb: In a short time from now.
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Soon in a Sentence
- The results should be out soon.
- We left as soon as the rain stopped.
- Call me when you get there, and not a minute sooner.
Common Mispronunciations of Soon
Not SUHN
Hold the oo long enough to rhyme with moon. Clipping it gives son, which is a different word.
Not ZOON
Begin with a hissed s, not a buzzed z. Many learners voice an initial s out of habit from their first language.
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