Proper Pronunciation Guide

longevity

[lɑn ʤɛ və i]

Tips:

  • Pronounce the letter “a” as
    /ɑ/.
  • Pronounce the letter “n” as
    /n/ and not as
    /ŋ/.
  • Pronounce the letter “g” as
    /ʤ/ and stress the second syllable.
  • The letter “t” may be pronounced as a lightly tapped
    /d/ in quick speech.

Practice Sentence:

There's a low correlation between smoking and longevity.

Definition:

  • (noun) Length of life; long life or long service to an organization or a cause.

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