How to pronounce ironing
Say it like EYE-er-ning. Ironing has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE).
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- EYE
- er
- ning
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ironing pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EYESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- 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 ironing
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EYE-uh-ning.
What does ironing mean?
- present participle and gerund of iron How to pronounce iron
- The act of pressing clothes with an iron, such as a steam iron.“I hate ironing.”
- Laundry that has been washed and is ready to be ironed.“I really should make a start on the ironing soon.”
- Laundry that has recently been ironed.“I really should put the ironing away.”
Questions about saying ironing
How do you pronounce ironing?
Say EYE-er-ning. The American pronunciation is /ˈaɪɚnɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈaɪənɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ironing?
Ironing has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE). Broken into parts: EYE · er · ning.
Is ironing 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 /ˈaɪənɪŋ/ (EYE-uh-ning).