How to Pronounce Bruising

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈbɹuːzɪŋ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “bruising”

"bruising" has 2 syllables: bruis-ing. It rhymes with musing and amusing, if that helps it stick.

What does bruising mean?

verb

  1. To strike (a person), originally with something flat or heavy, but now specifically in such a way as to discolour the skin without breaking it.
  2. To damage the skin of (fruit or vegetables), in an analogous way.

noun

  1. A violent physical attack on a person.

    “You'd better shut up or you'll get a bruising.”

Words that rhyme with bruising

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

musingamusingperusingaccusingconfusingsousingcruisingdiffusingdefusingboozingchoosingexcusing

Related words

harmfulforcefulconcussionmashingswattingbluescontusionoveralls

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bruising"?▾

"Bruising" has 2 syllables: bruis · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "bruising"?▾

The IPA transcription of "bruising" is /ˈbɹuːzɪŋ/.

What does "bruising" mean?▾

Bruising: To strike (a person), originally with something flat or heavy, but now specifically in such a way as to discolour the skin without breaking it.

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