a ring

Questions

What does a ring mean?

The innermost circle of a nuclear explosion, within which all structures are destroyed.

Where does a ring come from?

The letter A designates the first (measured from ground zero); successive outer rings were designated B, C, etc.

How to pronounce a ring

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “a ring”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “a ring”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “a ring” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.