How to Pronounce Applying

To pronounce "applying", say APPLY-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈplaɪ.ɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/əˈplaɪ.ɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “applying”

"applying" has 2 syllables: apply-ing. It rhymes with gratifying and mystifying, if that helps it stick.

What does applying mean?

verb

  1. To lay or place; to put (one thing to another)

    “to apply cream to a rash”

  2. To put to use; to use or employ for a particular purpose, or in a particular case

    “to apply funds to the repayment of a debt”

noun

  1. The act of applying; an application.

Synonyms

appropriatedevoteuseattachincline

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Words that rhyme with applying

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gratifyingmystifyingedifyingterrifyingpryingsatisfyingelectrifyinghorrifyingtryingintensifyingunderlyingcrying

Related words

utiliseuseutilizegivepracticeemployenforcehold

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "applying"?▾

"Applying" has 2 syllables: apply · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "applying"?▾

The IPA transcription of "applying" is /əˈplaɪ.ɪŋ/.

What does "applying" mean?▾

Applying: To lay or place; to put (one thing to another)

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