How to pronounce multiplying
Say it like MUHL-tuh-ply-ing. Multiplying has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHL).
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- MUHL
- tuh
- ply
- ing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Multiplying pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MUHLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- plyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- ingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of multiplying
American and British speakers say multiplying in essentially the same way: /ˈmʌltəˌplaɪɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈmʌltəˌplaɪɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: MUHL-tuh-ply-ing.
What does multiplying mean?
- present participle and gerund of multiply How to pronounce multiply
- An act of multiplication.
Questions about saying multiplying
How do you pronounce multiplying?
Say MUHL-tuh-ply-ing. The American pronunciation is /ˈmʌltəˌplaɪɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈmʌltəˌplaɪɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in multiplying?
Multiplying has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHL). Broken into parts: MUHL · tuh · ply · ing.
Do Americans and Brits say multiplying the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmʌltəˌplaɪɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈmʌltəˌplaɪɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.