How to pronounce daring
Say it like DER-ing. Daring has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DER).
- DER
- ing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Daring pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of daring
American and British speakers say daring in essentially the same way: /ˈdɛrɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈdɛərɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: DAIR-ring.
What does daring mean?
- present participle and gerund of dare How to pronounce dare
- Adventurous, willing to take on or look for risks; overbold.
- Courageous or showing bravery; doughty.
- Racy; sexually provocative.
- Boldness.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with daring
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Questions about saying daring
How do you pronounce daring?
Say DER-ing. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɛrɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈdɛərɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in daring?
Daring has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DER). Broken into parts: DER · ing.
Do Americans and Brits say daring the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdɛrɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈdɛərɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.