How to Pronounce Betting

To pronounce "betting", say BETT-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɛtɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈbɛtɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “betting”

"betting" has 2 syllables: bett-ing. It rhymes with besetting and upsetting, if that helps it stick.

What does betting mean?

verb

  1. To stake or pledge upon the outcome of an event; to wager.
  2. To be sure of something; to be able to count on something.

    “Fancy going for a drink after work? You bet I do!”

noun

  1. The act of placing a bet.

adjective

  1. Describing one who bets or gambles.

    “If I were a betting man, I'd wager my next pay check he couldn't do that again.”

Words that rhyme with betting

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

besettingupsettingsettingbloodlettingpettinginterpretingwettingnettinggettingjettingfrettingoffsetting

Related words

gamblingsportingindulgentdissipatedcard-playinggamblelotterygaming

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "betting"?▾

"Betting" has 2 syllables: bett · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "betting"?▾

The IPA transcription of "betting" is /ˈbɛtɪŋ/.

What does "betting" mean?▾

Betting: To stake or pledge upon the outcome of an event; to wager.

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