Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

langue

/ˈlɑŋ(ɡ)/

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: 2.29 in modern English

Syllables
langue
IPA
/ˈlɑŋ(ɡ)/
7
Scrabble Score
6
Letters
1
Syllables
6
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

Language as a system rather than language in use, including the formal rules, structures, and limitations of language.

Uncountable

Etymology

Borrowed from French langue. Doublet of lingua and tongue.

Regional Pronunciation

  • American English: /ˈlɑŋ(ɡ)/
  • British English: /ˈlɒːŋ(ɡ)/

Usage

Phrases

langue d’oc Langue nouvelle

Frequently Paired Words

langue d’oc Langue nouvelle parole

Questions

How do you pronounce langue?
The recorded pronunciation is /ˈlɑŋ(ɡ)/.
What does langue mean?
Language as a system rather than language in use, including the formal rules, structures, and limitations of language.
Where does langue come from?
Borrowed from French langue. Doublet of lingua and tongue.

How to pronounce langue

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “langue”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling (/ˈlɑŋ(ɡ)/) so you know which sounds to aim for.
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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “langue” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.