How to Pronounce Silent 'G' in English

Improve your pronunciation by learning how to handle the silent "g" in English words.

Pronouncing silent letters can be challenging, especially for English learners. This video focuses on the silent "g" before an "n" in certain English words. Understanding this rule can significantly improve your pronunciation and make you sound more natural.

Here’s an example covered in the video:

• Align: Pronounced as "uh-lign." Notice how the "g" is silent.

Other examples include:

• Foreign: Pronounced as "for-in," with the "g" remaining silent.
• Design: Pronounced as "di-zine," again, the "g" is not pronounced.
• Assign: Pronounced as "uh-sine," where the "g" is silent.

By practicing these words, you can get used to the silent "g" pronunciation rule and apply it to other similar words. Pay attention to the pronunciation and try repeating after the video to master these examples.