How to pronounce partying
Say it like PAR-tee-ing. Partying has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR).
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- PAR
- tee
- ing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Partying pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- ingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of partying
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PAH-tee-ing.
What does partying mean?
- present participle and gerund of party How to pronounce party
- The practice of attending social entertainment gatherings.
Questions about saying partying
How do you pronounce partying?
Say PAR-tee-ing. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɑrtiɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈpɑːtiɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in partying?
Partying has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR). Broken into parts: PAR · tee · ing.
Is partying pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈpɑːtiɪŋ/ (PAH-tee-ing).