How to pronounce kesting
Say it like KES-ting. Kesting has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KES).
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- KES
- ting
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kesting pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- tingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of kesting
American and British speakers say kesting in essentially the same way: /ˈkɛstɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈkɛstɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: KES-ting.
What does kesting mean?
- present participle and gerund of kest
Words that rhyme with kesting
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of kesting.
Questions about saying kesting
How do you pronounce kesting?
Say KES-ting. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɛstɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈkɛstɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kesting?
Kesting has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KES). Broken into parts: KES · ting.
Do Americans and Brits say kesting the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkɛstɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈkɛstɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.