How to pronounce outlining
Say it like OWT-ly-ning. Outlining has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OWT).
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- OWT
- ly
- ning
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Outlining pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OWTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- lyGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- ningKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of outlining
American and British speakers say outlining in essentially the same way: /ˈaʊtˌlaɪnɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈaʊtˌlaɪnɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: OWT-ly-ning.
What does outlining mean?
- present participle and gerund of outline How to pronounce outline
Questions about saying outlining
How do you pronounce outlining?
Say OWT-ly-ning. The American pronunciation is /ˈaʊtˌlaɪnɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈaʊtˌlaɪnɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in outlining?
Outlining has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OWT). Broken into parts: OWT · ly · ning.
Do Americans and Brits say outlining the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈaʊtˌlaɪnɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈaʊtˌlaɪnɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.