How to pronounce terming
Say it like TUR-ming. Terming has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUR).
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- TUR
- ming
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Terming pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- mingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of terming
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TUR-ming.
What does terming mean?
- present participle and gerund of term How to pronounce term
Words that rhyme with terming
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Questions about saying terming
How do you pronounce terming?
Say TUR-ming. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɝmɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈtɜːmɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in terming?
Terming has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUR). Broken into parts: TUR · ming.
Is terming pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈtɜːmɪŋ/ (TUR-ming).