How to pronounce worsening
Say it like WUR-suh-ning. Worsening has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUR).
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- WUR
- suh
- ning
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Worsening pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- ningKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of worsening
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WUR-suh-ning.
What does worsening mean?
- present participle and gerund of worsen How to pronounce worsen
- A worse situation; an aggravation or deterioration
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Questions about saying worsening
How do you pronounce worsening?
Say WUR-suh-ning. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɝsənɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈwɜːsənɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in worsening?
Worsening has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUR). Broken into parts: WUR · suh · ning.
Is worsening 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 /ˈwɜːsənɪŋ/ (WUR-suh-ning).