How to Pronounce Accepting

To pronounce "accepting", say ACC-ept-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /əkˈsɛptɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/əkˈsɛptɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “accepting”

"accepting" has 3 syllables: acc-ept-ing. It rhymes with excepting and intercepting, if that helps it stick.

What does accepting mean?

verb

  1. To receive, especially with a consent, with favour, or with approval.
  2. To admit to a place or a group.

    “The Boy Scouts were going to accept him as a member.”

adjective

  1. Characterized by acceptance.

Synonyms

admitonfangreceivetakewithtake

Antonyms

declinereject

Words that rhyme with accepting

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

exceptinginterceptingepting

Related words

acceptiveacceptancereceivedadmissibilityadmissibleacceptabilityapprovaladmitting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "accepting"?▾

"Accepting" has 3 syllables: acc · ept · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "accepting"?▾

The IPA transcription of "accepting" is /əkˈsɛptɪŋ/.

What does "accepting" mean?▾

Accepting: To receive, especially with a consent, with favour, or with approval.

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