How to pronounce rationing
Say it like RASH-uh-ning. Rationing has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RASH).
- RASH
- uh
- ning
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rationing pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RASHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- ningKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of rationing
American and British speakers say rationing in essentially the same way: /ˈræʃənɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈræʃənɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: RASH-uh-ning.
Other ways to say rationing
Rationing also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- RAY-shuh-ning /ˈreɪʃənɪŋ/
What does rationing mean?
- present participle and gerund of ration How to pronounce ration
- A ration.
- Controlled distribution of scarce resources such as food or fuel; used typically in wartime.
Words that rhyme with rationing
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rationing.
Questions about saying rationing
How do you pronounce rationing?
Say RASH-uh-ning. The American pronunciation is /ˈræʃənɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈræʃənɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rationing?
Rationing has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RASH). Broken into parts: RASH · uh · ning.
Do Americans and Brits say rationing the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈræʃənɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈræʃənɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.