English pronunciation · Words Starting with T
Tongs Pronunciation
Tongs is pronounced TAHNGZ, IPA /ˈtɑŋz/.
TAHNGZ
US /ˈtɑŋz/ · UK /ˈtɒŋz/
Syllables: TAHNGZ (1 syllable)
noun (plural): A tool with two hinged arms used for gripping and lifting things.
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Tongs in a Sentence
- Use the tongs for the hot jars.
- A pair of tongs hangs by the stove.
- The tongs are in the drawer with the skewers.
Common Mispronunciations of Tongs
Not TUHNGZ
Tongs and tongues are different words. This one takes the open ah of hot, and tongues takes the uh of cup.
Not TAHNG-guhz
No vowel sits between the ng and the z, and no hard g is released either. The ending is a single buzz.
Tip: Tongs has no singular in everyday use, so you ask for a pair of tongs rather than one tong.
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