How to pronounce catling
Say it like KAT-ling. Catling has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAT).
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- KAT
- ling
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Catling pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- lingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of catling
American and British speakers say catling in essentially the same way: /ˈkætlɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈkætlɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAT-ling.
What does catling mean?
- catgut; a catgut string
- A double-edged, sharp-pointed dismembering knife.
Where does catling come from?
From cat + -ling. Compare kitling, catkin.
Words that rhyme with catling
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of catling.
Questions about saying catling
How do you pronounce catling?
Say KAT-ling. The American pronunciation is /ˈkætlɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈkætlɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in catling?
Catling has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAT). Broken into parts: KAT · ling.
Do Americans and Brits say catling the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkætlɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈkætlɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.