Pronunciation: [ɑː hˈʌŋ] (IPA) 
The phrase "are hung" is spelled using the IPA phonetic transcription as /ɑːr hʌŋ/. The vowel sound in "are" is represented by the long "a" symbol /ɑː/ and is pronounced as "ahr". The consonant sound in "hung" is represented by the letter "h" followed by the "ʌ" symbol, which is pronounced as "huhng". When combined, "are hung" is pronounced as "ahr huhng" with a slight pause between the two words.
"Are hung" is the present tense, passive voice of the verb phrase "to hang." The verb "to hang" has multiple meanings and interpretations, but in this context, it refers to the act of suspending or attaching something, typically in a vertical position, from a higher point. When used in the passive voice, the action is performed on the subject rather than the subject performing the action.
The phrase "are hung" specifically implies that something or multiple items have been physically suspended or attached. It can refer to objects, decorations, artwork, or even people. The state of being hung suggests that these items are in a position where they are supported from above and hang freely.
For instance, one might say, "The paintings are hung on the gallery walls" or "The laundry is hung out to dry on a clothesline." These examples showcase the passive nature of the phrase "are hung" as it suggests that the paintings or clothes have been placed in a hanging position by someone or something else.
In summary, "are hung" is a verb phrase used in the passive voice to describe the state of being suspended or attached from a higher point.
