How to pronounce reining
Say it like RAY-ning. Reining has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY).
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- RAY
- ning
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Reining 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.
- ningKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of reining
American and British speakers say reining in essentially the same way: /ˈreɪnɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈreɪnɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: RAY-ning.
What does reining mean?
- present participle and gerund of rein How to pronounce rein
Words that rhyme with reining
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Words that sound like reining
Questions about saying reining
How do you pronounce reining?
Say RAY-ning. The American pronunciation is /ˈreɪnɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈreɪnɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in reining?
Reining has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY). Broken into parts: RAY · ning.
Do Americans and Brits say reining the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈreɪnɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈreɪnɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as reining?
Reining sounds the same as raining, reigning in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.