How to pronounce darting
Say it like DAR-ting. Darting has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DAR).
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- DAR
- ting
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Darting pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- tingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of darting
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DAH-ting.
What does darting mean?
- Characterized by sudden, quick movements.
- present participle and gerund of dart How to pronounce dart
- A motion or gesture that darts.
- The use of darts (folds stitched on a garment).
Words that rhyme with darting
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of darting.
Questions about saying darting
How do you pronounce darting?
Say DAR-ting. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɑrtɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈdɑːtɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in darting?
Darting has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DAR). Broken into parts: DAR · ting.
Is darting 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 /ˈdɑːtɪŋ/ (DAH-ting).