American English

How to pronounce english

noun · adjectiveA1Very common word
IHNGglihsh

/ˈɪŋ.glɪʃ/

2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

the language used in England, the United States, and many other countries

What to listen for

“English” is usually pronounced /ˈɪŋɡlɪʃ/, but you may also hear /ˈɪŋlɪʃ/ without the /g/.

Usual pronunciation/ˈɪŋ.glɪʃ/
Variant without /g//ˈɪŋ.lɪʃ/
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Meanings & examples

noun

the language used in England, the United States, and many other countries

I speak English at work.

The instructions are in English.

Good to know

Write English with a capital E.

Common phrases & grammar

speak English · learn English · English lesson · English vocabulary

speak + English

in + English

adjective

related to England, its people, or the language used there

We visited an English village.

She studies English history.

Common phrases & grammar

English food · English history · English culture · English accent

English + noun

an + English + noun

Useful expressions

in English

using the English language

Please say it in English.

English-speaking

using or able to use English

Canada is an English-speaking country.

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