How to pronounce coddling
Say it like KOD-uh-ling. Coddling has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOD).
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- KOD
- uh
- ling
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Coddling pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KODSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of coddling
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KOD-uh-ling.
What does coddling mean?
- present participle and gerund of coddle How to pronounce coddle
- The act of one who coddles or pampers.
- Alternative form of codling (type of apple)
Words that rhyme with coddling
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of coddling.
Questions about saying coddling
How do you pronounce coddling?
Say KOD-uh-ling. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑdəlɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈkɒdəlɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in coddling?
Coddling has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOD). Broken into parts: KOD · uh · ling.
Is coddling pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈkɒdəlɪŋ/ (KOD-uh-ling).