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Pronunciation of 'language'

The word 'language' in English refers to a system of communication used by humans, consisting of spoken, written, or signed words and symbols. It is pronounced as /ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ/ in English.

Word Origin

The word 'language' originates from the Latin word 'lingua,' meaning 'tongue' or 'speech.'

Pronunciation Details

English (United States)

ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ/ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ/Slow

A system of communication consisting of sounds, words, and grammar, used by humans.

Pronounced as 'LANG-gwij,' with stress on the first syllable. 'Lang' as in 'language,' 'gwij' as in 'widge.'

Français (France)

lɑ̃ɡɥɑʒ/lɑ̃ɡɥɑʒ/Slow

Un système de communication utilisé par les humains, comprenant des mots, des sons et une grammaire.

Prononcé comme 'lang-wazh,' avec un 'lang' nasal et un 'wazh' doux.

Español (España)

ˈlenɡwa/ˈlenɡwa/Slow

Un sistema de comunicación que incluye sonidos, palabras y gramática, utilizado por los humanos.

Pronunciado como 'LEN-gwa,' con énfasis en la primera sílaba. 'Len' como en 'lengua,' 'gwa' como en 'agua.'