How to pronounce punning
Say it like PUHN-ing. Punning has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUHN).
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- PUHN
- ing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Punning pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of punning
American and British speakers say punning in essentially the same way: /ˈpʌnɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈpʌnɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: PUHN-ing.
What does punning mean?
- present participle and gerund of pun How to pronounce pun
- The action of the verb to pun.
- That makes or uses a pun.“The spoonerism "Burly Chassis" is a punning reference to Shirley Bassey's voluptuous figure.”
Words that rhyme with punning
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of punning.
Questions about saying punning
How do you pronounce punning?
Say PUHN-ing. The American pronunciation is /ˈpʌnɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈpʌnɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in punning?
Punning has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUHN). Broken into parts: PUHN · ing.
Do Americans and Brits say punning the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpʌnɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈpʌnɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.