How to pronounce gagging
Say it like GAG-ing. Gagging has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAG).
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- GAG
- ing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gagging pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GAGSay 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 gagging
American and British speakers say gagging in essentially the same way: /ˈɡæɡɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈɡæɡɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: GAG-ing.
What does gagging mean?
- present participle and gerund of gag How to pronounce gag
- A gag motion or reflex.
- That causes one to gag.
Where does gagging come from?
From gag + -ing.
Words that rhyme with gagging
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gagging.
Questions about saying gagging
How do you pronounce gagging?
Say GAG-ing. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡæɡɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈɡæɡɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gagging?
Gagging has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAG). Broken into parts: GAG · ing.
Do Americans and Brits say gagging the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡæɡɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈɡæɡɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.