How to pronounce flexing
Say it like FLEK-sing. Flexing has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLEK).
- FLEK
- sing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Flexing pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FLEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- singKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of flexing
American and British speakers say flexing in essentially the same way: /ˈflɛksɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈflɛksɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: FLEK-sing.
What does flexing mean?
- present participle and gerund of flex How to pronounce flex
- The action of the verb flex; a bending of something, a tightening of the muscles.
- Synonym of flaunting.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with flexing
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of flexing.
Questions about saying flexing
How do you pronounce flexing?
Say FLEK-sing. The American pronunciation is /ˈflɛksɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈflɛksɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in flexing?
Flexing has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLEK). Broken into parts: FLEK · sing.
Do Americans and Brits say flexing the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈflɛksɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈflɛksɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.