How to pronounce relishing
Say it like REL-ih-shing. Relishing has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REL).
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- REL
- ih
- shing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Relishing pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- shingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of relishing
American and British speakers say relishing in essentially the same way: /ˈrɛlɪʃɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈrɛlɪʃɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: REL-ih-shing.
What does relishing mean?
- present participle and gerund of relish How to pronounce relish
- Appetizing, delightful.
- That relishes something; showing relish or enjoyment.
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Questions about saying relishing
How do you pronounce relishing?
Say REL-ih-shing. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛlɪʃɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈrɛlɪʃɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in relishing?
Relishing has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REL). Broken into parts: REL · ih · shing.
Do Americans and Brits say relishing the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɛlɪʃɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈrɛlɪʃɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.