How to pronounce arguing
Say it like AR-ghyoo-ing. Arguing has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR).
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- AR
- ghyoo
- ing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Arguing pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ghyooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- ingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of arguing
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AH-ghyoo-ing.
What does arguing mean?
- a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement“they were involved in a violent argument”
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Questions about saying arguing
How do you pronounce arguing?
Say AR-ghyoo-ing. The American pronunciation is /ˈɑrɡjuɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈɑːɡjuːɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in arguing?
Arguing has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AR). Broken into parts: AR · ghyoo · ing.
Is arguing pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈɑːɡjuːɪŋ/ (AH-ghyoo-ing).