How to pronounce intertwining
Say it like IN-ter-twy-ning. Intertwining has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- ter
- twy
- ning
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Intertwining pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- INSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- twyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- ningKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of intertwining
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: IN-tuh-twy-ning.
What does intertwining mean?
- present participle and gerund of intertwine How to pronounce intertwine
- The pattern or motion of something that intertwines.
Questions about saying intertwining
How do you pronounce intertwining?
Say IN-ter-twy-ning. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪntɚˌtwaɪnɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈɪntəˌtwaɪnɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in intertwining?
Intertwining has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · ter · twy · ning.
Is intertwining 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 /ˈɪntəˌtwaɪnɪŋ/ (IN-tuh-twy-ning).