Start with 'long' as in 'song', with the 'l' sound.
Add 'ing' with a nasal 'ng' sound, as in 'sing'.
For 'ssreree', start with a clear 's' sound, followed by 'ree' twice, pronounced as 'ree'.
lon-gings se-ri (only two syllables)
long-ing se-re-ree (three separate words)
long-ings sigh-ree (changing vowel sound)
Start with 'long' with a rounded 'o' as in 'song'.
Add 'ing' with the nasal 'ng' sound.
For 'ssreree', have a clear 's', then 'ree' with a bright 'ee' sound repeated.
lon-gings se-ri (only two syllables)
long-ing se-re-ree (three separate words)
long-ungs sigh-ree (incorrect vowels)
The 'ng' sound involves air flowing through your nose.
Separate 'ss' from 'reree' by pausing slightly after 'ss'.
Smile slightly and ensure your tongue is high in your mouth.
A term which is used in sports and recreation contexts with emphasis on strong desires.
[lɔŋ]
Extended in distance or time
[ˈlɔŋɪŋ]
A strong desire
[riːl]
To wind something such as a film or tape
- 'long' has no 'ing' or extra syllables.
- 'longing' stops at 'ing', lacking 'ssreree'.
- 'reel' is one syllable versus multiple syllables with 'ssreree'.
Practice nasal sounds like 'sing' or 'ring' to improve.
Break down words like 'ssreree' into parts for clear pronunciation.
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