How to pronounce raging
Say it like RAY-jing. Raging has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY).
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- RAY
- jing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Raging pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- jingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of raging
American and British speakers say raging in essentially the same way: /ˈreɪdʒɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈreɪdʒɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: RAY-jing.
What does raging mean?
- characterized by violent and forceful activity or movement; very intense“the fighting became hot and heavy”“a hot engagement”
- very severe“a raging thirst”“a raging toothache”
- (of the elements) as if showing violent anger“angry clouds on the horizon”“furious winds”
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Words that rhyme with raging
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Questions about saying raging
How do you pronounce raging?
Say RAY-jing. The American pronunciation is /ˈreɪdʒɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈreɪdʒɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in raging?
Raging has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY). Broken into parts: RAY · jing.
Do Americans and Brits say raging the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈreɪdʒɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈreɪdʒɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.