How to pronounce teasing
Say it like TEE-zing. Teasing has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEE).
- TEE
- zing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Teasing pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- zingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of teasing
American and British speakers say teasing in essentially the same way: /ˈtizɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈtiːzɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: TEE-zing.
What does teasing mean?
- present participle and gerund of tease How to pronounce tease
- The act of harassing someone playfully or maliciously, especially by ridicule; provoking someone with persistent annoyances; making fun of, making light of someone.“Teasing can be seen as a kind of workplace abuse.”
- The act of removing tangles from one's hair with a comb.“The teasing of her curls took nearly an hour with the fine-tooth comb.”
- Playfully vexing, especially by ridicule.“The children exchanged teasing remarks during recess.”
- Arousing sexual desire without intending to satisfy it.“The actress gave him a teasing glance before walking away.”
- Causing irritation or annoyance.“The teasing itch from the mosquito bite drove her crazy.”
Where does teasing come from?
From tease + -ing.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with teasing
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of teasing.
Questions about saying teasing
How do you pronounce teasing?
Say TEE-zing. The American pronunciation is /ˈtizɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈtiːzɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in teasing?
Teasing has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEE). Broken into parts: TEE · zing.
Do Americans and Brits say teasing the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtizɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈtiːzɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.