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How do you pronounce inunnguaq?

The pronunciation of "inunnguaq" is:

i-nun-ngwaq

Here's a breakdown:

* i: Similar to the "i" in "bit"

* nun: Similar to the "nun" in "nun"

* ng: A guttural sound similar to the "ng" in "sing"

* waq: Similar to the "waq" in "walk"

Important Note: The "ng" sound in Greenlandic is quite distinct from the English "ng". It's made by pressing the back of your tongue against the soft palate, almost like a "k" but with air escaping through your nose.

The closest English approximation would be to try and say "ng" as in "sing" while trying to say "k" at the same time.

This is just a guide for pronunciation. It's always best to listen to a native speaker to get the best understanding of the sound.

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