“Rang” or “Wrang”—Which to use?

“Rang” or “Wrang”

Overview

rang / wrang are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

rang: (verb) sound loudly and sonorously. (verb) make (bells) ring, often for the purposes of musical edification. (verb) attach a ring to the foot of, in order to identify.

wrang: NA

Pronunciation

rang: r·AE·ng

wrang: NA

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Examples in Context

Examples of “rang”

Time passes, Rang wins with a huge majority…
mera rang de basanti chola
…Aashiqui Tum Se Hi Mohe Rang Do Lal Mrs. Pammi Pyarelal…
…would be moved to Phan Rang Air Base.
…with music including "Phoolon Ke Rang Se" and "Shokhiyon Mein Ghola…
…was referring to, but it rang into one ear and didn't…
…rebelled against Li Keyong, Qibi Rang (契苾讓), who then committed suicide,…
Named for the Ganesh Rang Mahal, which used to stand…
…defeat," mixed boos and cheers rang out from the delegates, and…
Mohe Rang Do Laal

Examples of “wrang”

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