How to pronounce broadcasting
Say it like BRAWD-kas-ting. Broadcasting has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BRAWD).
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- BRAWD
- kas
- ting
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Broadcasting pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BRAWDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- kasGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- tingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of broadcasting
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: BRAWD-kah-sting.
What does broadcasting mean?
- a medium that disseminates via telecommunications
- taking part in a radio or tv program
Questions about saying broadcasting
How do you pronounce broadcasting?
Say BRAWD-kas-ting. The American pronunciation is /ˈbrɔdˌkæstɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈbrɔːdˌkɑːstɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in broadcasting?
Broadcasting has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BRAWD). Broken into parts: BRAWD · kas · ting.
Is broadcasting pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat. The British form is /ˈbrɔːdˌkɑːstɪŋ/ (BRAWD-kah-sting).