Tongue or Tounge
Which spelling is correct, Tongue or Tounge, and how to use them properly.
❌INCORRECT
Tounge
This spelling is incorrect. "Tounge" is not a valid word in English.
✅CORRECT
Tongue
This is the correct spelling. "Tongue" is a noun meaning the muscular organ in the mouth.
Definition
Tongue (noun): The muscular organ in the mouth, used for tasting, licking, swallowing, and speaking.
Examples:
- He burned his tongue on the hot soup.
- She stuck out her tongue at him.
- The doctor examined his tongue for signs of illness.
Synonyms
Words with similar meanings to "tongue":
Nouns:
- Mouth organ
- Speech organ
- Licker
- Gustatory organ
Related Terms:
- Language
- Dialect
- Speech
- Verbal
Note: "Tongue" is the correct spelling. "Tounge" is a common misspelling—remember, the "u" comes after the "o".
FAQ's
Is it tounge or tongue?
The correct word is "tongue". "Tounge" is a common misspelling.
How to pronounce tongue?
The correct pronunciation is /tʌŋ/ (tuhng).
What does tongue mean?
The muscular organ in the mouth, used for tasting, licking, swallowing, and speaking.