American English

How to pronounce song

nounA1Very common word
SAWNG

/sɔŋ/

One syllable.

a piece of music with words that people sing

What to listen for

In American English, song is usually /sɔŋ/. In some U.S. accents, you may hear /sɑŋ/ instead; both pronunciations are normal.

Usual U.S. pronunciation/sɔŋ/
Also heard in some U.S. accents/sɑŋ/
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Meanings & examples

noun

a piece of music with words that people sing

We sang a song at the party.

This is my favorite song by Adele.

Common phrases & grammar

write a song · sing a song · a popular song · your favorite song

sing + a/the + song

a song by + a singer or band

nounless common

the musical sound made by a bird

I woke up to the song of a bird.

We heard birdsong in the garden.

Common phrases & grammar

birdsong · the song of a bird

the song of + a bird

hear + a bird's + song

Useful expressions

love song

a song about romantic love

They played a beautiful love song.

theme song

a song connected with a television show, movie, or event

I know the theme song from that show.

Related words & forms