How to pronounce flashing
Say it like FLASH-ing. Flashing has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLASH).
- FLASH
- ing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Flashing pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FLASHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of flashing
American and British speakers say flashing in essentially the same way: /ˈflæʃɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈflæʃɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: FLASH-ing.
What does flashing mean?
- A sudden blazing or bursting, as of fire or water.
- Components used to weatherproof or seal roof system edges at perimeters, penetrations, walls, expansion joints, valleys, drains and other places where the roof covering is interrupted or terminated.
- The process of getting rid of gaps on shelves by bringing products from the back of the shelf to the front to create a 'fuller' shelf.
- present participle and gerund of flash How to pronounce flash
Where does flashing come from?
* (weatherproofing): From original flashing material of copper or aluminum that reflects flashes of sunlight.
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Words that rhyme with flashing
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Questions about saying flashing
How do you pronounce flashing?
Say FLASH-ing. The American pronunciation is /ˈflæʃɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈflæʃɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in flashing?
Flashing has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLASH). Broken into parts: FLASH · ing.
Do Americans and Brits say flashing the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈflæʃɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈflæʃɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.