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How to pronounce “twang

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Pronunciation guide for twang

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of twang with real speech in context.
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6 YouTube examples
Real speech example
The Physiology of Opera SingersThere's also loft in the sound or twang in the sound.
Definition summary
The sharp, quick sound of a vibrating tight string, for example, of a bow or a musical instrument.

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How to pronounce twang

The Physiology of Opera Singers

There's also loft in the sound or twang in the sound.

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “twang

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • The sharp, quick sound of a vibrating tight string, for example, of a bow or a musical instrument.
  • (music) A particular sharp vibrating sound characteristic of electric guitars.
  • A trace of a regional or foreign accent in someone's voice.
  • (phonetics) The sound quality that appears in the human voice when the epilaryngeal tube is narrowed.
  • A sharp, pungent taste or flavor; sometimes, a disagreeable one specifically.
  • (vulgar, slang) An annoying or stupid person; especially, a recalcitrant.
  • [Verb]
  • (ambitransitive) To produce or cause to produce a sharp vibrating sound, like a tense string pulled and suddenly let go.
  • (intransitive) To have a nasal sound.
  • (intransitive) To have a trace of a regional or foreign accent.
  • (music) To play a stringed musical instrument by plucking and snapping.

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