The symbol "ŋ" represents a voiced velar nasal sound, commonly found in languages like English and Navajo. It is produced by lowering the back of the tongue against the soft palate, allowing air to flow through the nose. This sound is often heard in words like "sing" and "ring." In the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), "ŋ" is used to denote this specific sound. It is important for linguists and language learners to recognize "ŋ" as it helps in understanding pronunciation and phonetic transcription. This sound is distinct from other nasal sounds, such as "m" and "n."