How to pronounce texting
Say it like TEK-sting. Texting has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEK).
- TEK
- sting
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Texting pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- stingGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of texting
American and British speakers say texting in essentially the same way: /ˈtɛkˌstɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈtɛkstɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: TEK-sting.
What does texting mean?
- present participle and gerund of text How to pronounce text
- The use of a mobile phone to send text messages.
- The words set to a piece of music.
Where does texting come from?
Blend of text + messaging, derived from text messaging
Words that rhyme with texting
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of texting.
Questions about saying texting
How do you pronounce texting?
Say TEK-sting. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɛkˌstɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈtɛkstɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in texting?
Texting has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEK). Broken into parts: TEK · sting.
Do Americans and Brits say texting the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtɛkˌstɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈtɛkstɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.