How to pronounce hectoring
Say it like HEK-tuh-ring. Hectoring has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HEK).
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- HEK
- tuh
- ring
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hectoring pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- ringKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of hectoring
American and British speakers say hectoring in essentially the same way: /ˈhɛktərɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈhɛktərɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: HEK-tuh-ring.
What does hectoring mean?
- That hectors; intimidating or domineering.
- present participle and gerund of hector How to pronounce hector
- The act of one who hectors, or acts blusteringly.
Where does hectoring come from?
From hector + -ing.
Questions about saying hectoring
How do you pronounce hectoring?
Say HEK-tuh-ring. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɛktərɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈhɛktərɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hectoring?
Hectoring has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HEK). Broken into parts: HEK · tuh · ring.
Do Americans and Brits say hectoring the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈhɛktərɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈhɛktərɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.