How to pronounce achings
Say it like AY-kingz. Achings has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY).
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- AY
- kingz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Achings pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- kingzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of achings
American and British speakers say achings in essentially the same way: /ˈeɪkɪŋz/ in the US and /ˈeɪkɪŋz/ in the UK.
British respelling: AY-kingz.
What does achings mean?
- plural of aching How to pronounce aching
Questions about saying achings
How do you pronounce achings?
Say AY-kingz. The American pronunciation is /ˈeɪkɪŋz/. In British English it is /ˈeɪkɪŋz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in achings?
Achings has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY). Broken into parts: AY · kingz.
Do Americans and Brits say achings the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈeɪkɪŋz/ and the British form is /ˈeɪkɪŋz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.