How to Pronounce Acting

To pronounce "acting", say ACT-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈæk.tɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈæk.tɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “acting”

"acting" has 2 syllables: act-ing. It rhymes with exacting and enacting, if that helps it stick.

What does acting mean?

verb

  1. To do something.

    “If you don't act soon, you will be in trouble.”

  2. To do (something); to perform.

noun

  1. An action or deed.
  2. Something done by a party — so called to avoid confusion with the legal senses of deed and action.

adjective

  1. Temporarily assuming the duties or authority of another person when they are unable to do their job.

    “Acting President of the United States is a temporary office in the government of the United States.”

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Words that rhyme with acting

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

exactingenactingdetractingretractingimpactingcounteractinginteractingreactingsubcontractingoverreactingdistractingattracting

Related words

performingplayactingtemporaryimpermanentplayingproxydeputyagent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "acting"?▾

"Acting" has 2 syllables: act · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "acting"?▾

The IPA transcription of "acting" is /ˈæk.tɪŋ/.

What does "acting" mean?▾

Acting: To do something.

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