How to pronounce takings
Say it like TAY-kingz. Takings has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAY).
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- TAY
- kingz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Takings pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- kingzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of takings
American and British speakers say takings in essentially the same way: /ˈteɪkɪŋz/ in the US and /ˈteɪkɪŋz/ in the UK.
British respelling: TAY-kingz.
What does takings mean?
- plural of taking How to pronounce taking
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying takings
How do you pronounce takings?
Say TAY-kingz. The American pronunciation is /ˈteɪkɪŋz/. In British English it is /ˈteɪkɪŋz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in takings?
Takings has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAY). Broken into parts: TAY · kingz.
Do Americans and Brits say takings the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈteɪkɪŋz/ and the British form is /ˈteɪkɪŋz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.