How to pronounce gasping
Say it like GAS-ping. Gasping has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAS).
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- GAS
- ping
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gasping pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GASSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- pingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of gasping
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: GAH-sping.
What does gasping mean?
- present participle and gerund of gasp How to pronounce gasp
- The act by which one gasps.
- Very thirsty, especially for tea
Words that rhyme with gasping
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gasping.
Questions about saying gasping
How do you pronounce gasping?
Say GAS-ping. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡæspɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈɡɑːspɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gasping?
Gasping has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAS). Broken into parts: GAS · ping.
Is gasping pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat. The British form is /ˈɡɑːspɪŋ/ (GAH-sping).