How to pronounce governing
Say it like GUHV-er-ning. Governing has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHV).
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- GUHV
- er
- ning
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Governing pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GUHVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- ningKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of governing
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: GUHV-uh-ning.
What does governing mean?
- responsible for making and enforcing rules and laws“governing bodies”
- the act of governing; exercising authority“regulations for the governing of state prisons”“he had considerable experience of government”
Questions about saying governing
How do you pronounce governing?
Say GUHV-er-ning. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡʌvɚnɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈɡʌvənɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in governing?
Governing has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHV). Broken into parts: GUHV · er · ning.
Is governing pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈɡʌvənɪŋ/ (GUHV-uh-ning).