How to pronounce concerning
Say it like kun-SUR-ning. Concerning has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SUR).
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- kun
- SUR
- ning
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Concerning pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- ningKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of concerning
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: kun-SUR-ning.
What does concerning mean?
- Causing concern; worrying.“It's very concerning that our neighbor seems to be crying very loudly these days.”
- Regarding, respecting.“Physically, everything is perfect, but concerning your mental state, you have some problems.”
- present participle and gerund of concern How to pronounce concern
Where does concerning come from?
From concern + -ing. The adjective and preposition follow from the verb.
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Words that rhyme with concerning
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Questions about saying concerning
How do you pronounce concerning?
Say kun-SUR-ning. The American pronunciation is /kənˈsɝnɪŋ/. In British English it is /kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in concerning?
Concerning has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SUR). Broken into parts: kun · SUR · ning.
Is concerning 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 /kənˈsɜːnɪŋ/ (kun-SUR-ning).