How to Pronounce "nugget"
word
ˈnəɡɪt
NUH-git
nˈʌɡɪt
NUG-it
Definition
A nugget is a small lump or piece, especially a piece of valuable metal like gold, or a small piece of food such as a 'chicken nugget.' It can also mean a small, valuable piece of information.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnəɡɪt
British English
nˈʌɡɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NUH-git
UK
NUG-it
Listen in Context
I found a gold nugget at the river.
She ate a chicken nugget for lunch.
This lesson has a nugget of good advice.
Every time my grandfather talks, he shares a little nugget of wisdom.