How to pronounce nonblocking
Say it like non-BLOK-ing. Nonblocking has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BLOK).
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- non
- BLOK
- ing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nonblocking pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- nonKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- BLOKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of nonblocking
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: non-BLOK-ing.
What does nonblocking mean?
- That does not block; allowing other tasks to proceed immediately rather than having to wait for completion.
Where does nonblocking come from?
From non- + blocking.
Words that rhyme with nonblocking
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Questions about saying nonblocking
How do you pronounce nonblocking?
Say non-BLOK-ing. The American pronunciation is /nɑnˈblɑkɪŋ/. In British English it is /nɒnˈblɒkɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nonblocking?
Nonblocking has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BLOK). Broken into parts: non · BLOK · ing.
Is nonblocking pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /nɒnˈblɒkɪŋ/ (non-BLOK-ing).