How to pronounce coursing
Say it like KOR-sing. Coursing has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR).
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US American/ˈkɔrsɪŋ/KOR-sing
UK British/ˈkɔːsɪŋ/KAW-sing
- KOR
- sing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Coursing pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- singKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of coursing
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAW-sing.
What does coursing mean?
verb
- present participle and gerund of course How to pronounce course
- The sport of chasing wild animals, especially hares, with dogs by sight rather than by scent.
Questions about saying coursing
How do you pronounce coursing?
Say KOR-sing. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔrsɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːsɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in coursing?
Coursing has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR). Broken into parts: KOR · sing.
Is coursing 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 /ˈkɔːsɪŋ/ (KAW-sing).