How to pronounce neutering
Say it like NOO-tuh-ring. Neutering has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOO).
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- NOO
- tuh
- ring
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Neutering pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- tuhKeep 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 neutering
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: NYOO-tuh-ring.
What does neutering mean?
- The act by which something is neutered.“The vet performed neuterings on four cats.”
- present participle and gerund of neuter How to pronounce neuter
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Questions about saying neutering
How do you pronounce neutering?
Say NOO-tuh-ring. The American pronunciation is /ˈnutərɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈnjuːtərɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in neutering?
Neutering has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOO). Broken into parts: NOO · tuh · ring.
Is neutering pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˈnjuːtərɪŋ/ (NYOO-tuh-ring).