How to pronounce flattering
Say it like FLAT-uh-ring. Flattering has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLAT).
- FLAT
- uh
- ring
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Flattering pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FLATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- ringKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of flattering
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: FLAT-uh-ring.
What does flattering mean?
- Attractive or good-looking; that makes one look good.“The dress really did not look very flattering on her figure.”
- Gratifying to one's self-esteem; complimentary.
- That which represents too favorably.
- present participle and gerund of flatter How to pronounce flatter
- The action of the verb to flatter.
- Instances of flattery.
Where does flattering come from?
From Middle English flatering, flatrung (gerund), equivalent to flatter + -ing.
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Words that rhyme with flattering
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Questions about saying flattering
How do you pronounce flattering?
Say FLAT-uh-ring. The American pronunciation is /ˈflætərɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈflætərɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in flattering?
Flattering has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLAT). Broken into parts: FLAT · uh · ring.
Is flattering pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈflætərɪŋ/ (FLAT-uh-ring).