How to Pronounce Advertising

To pronounce "advertising", say ADV-ert-is-ing — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈædvə(ɹ)ˌtaɪzɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈædvə(ɹ)ˌtaɪzɪŋ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “advertising”

"advertising" has 4 syllables: adv-ert-is-ing. It rhymes with patronizing and scrutinizing, if that helps it stick.

What does advertising mean?

verb

To give (especially public) notice of (something); to announce publicly.
To provide information about a person or goods and services to influence others.
“For personal needs, advertise on the internet or in a local newspaper.”

noun

Communication whose purpose is to influence potential customers about products and services.
The industry or profession made up of such communications.

Synonyms

promote publicise sell announce proclaim promulgate publish alert

Words that rhyme with advertising

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

patronizing scrutinizing self-aggrandizing enterprising tantalizing mesmerizing rising demoralizing appetizing devising uprising galvanizing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "advertising"?▾

"Advertising" has 4 syllables: adv · ert · is · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "advertising"?▾

The IPA transcription of "advertising" is /ˈædvə(ɹ)ˌtaɪzɪŋ/.

What does "advertising" mean?▾

Advertising: To give (especially public) notice of (something); to announce publicly.

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