How to pronounce jing in Chinese

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jing

jing in every tone

jīngT1

stalk; stem

jìngT4

unexpectedly; actually

How to say it

Spread the lips into a slight smile and press the tongue against the lower front teeth for the palatal j- sound. End with the back -ng (as in "sing"), letting the sound resonate in the nose.

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