How to pronounce layering
Say it like LAY-uh-ring. Layering has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY).
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- LAY
- uh
- ring
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Layering pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- uhKeep 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 layering
American and British speakers say layering in essentially the same way: /ˈleɪərɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈleɪərɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: LAY-uh-ring.
What does layering mean?
- A structure made up of layers.
- A method of plant propagation by rooting cuttings.
- present participle and gerund of layer How to pronounce layer
Where does layering come from?
From layer + -ing.
Questions about saying layering
How do you pronounce layering?
Say LAY-uh-ring. The American pronunciation is /ˈleɪərɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈleɪərɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in layering?
Layering has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY). Broken into parts: LAY · uh · ring.
Do Americans and Brits say layering the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈleɪərɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈleɪərɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.