How to pronounce gaining
Say it like GAY-ning. Gaining has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAY).
- GAY
- ning
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gaining pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- ningKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of gaining
American and British speakers say gaining in essentially the same way: /ˈɡeɪnɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈɡeɪnɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: GAY-ning.
What does gaining mean?
Words that rhyme with gaining
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gaining.
Questions about saying gaining
How do you pronounce gaining?
Say GAY-ning. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡeɪnɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈɡeɪnɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gaining?
Gaining has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAY). Broken into parts: GAY · ning.
Do Americans and Brits say gaining the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɡeɪnɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈɡeɪnɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.