How to pronounce strong

Say it like this: /stɹɔŋ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/stɹɔŋ/
British/stɹɒŋ/

What does strong mean?

adjCapable of producing great physical force.

“a big strong man; Jake was tall and strong”

Capable of withstanding great physical force.

“a strong foundation; good strong shoes”

Possessing power, might, or strength.

“A wise man is strong, yea a man of knowledge encreaseth strength.”

nounStrong people, collectively.

advIn a strong manner.

“As a salesperson I always come on strong.”

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