How to Pronounce Captivating

To pronounce "captivating", say CAPT-iv-at-ing — 4 syllables, IPA /kæptɪveɪtɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/kæptɪveɪtɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “captivating”

"captivating" has 4 syllables: capt-iv-at-ing. It rhymes with titillating and grating, if that helps it stick.

What does captivating mean?

verb

  1. To attract and hold interest and attention of; charm.
  2. To take prisoner; to capture; to subdue.

adjective

  1. That captivates; fascinating
  2. Beautiful; showing great beauty

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Words that rhyme with captivating

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

titillatinggratingdeprecatinginvigoratingexcruciatingexhilaratingfascinatingexasperatingstimulatingdebilitatingfluctuatingoscillating

Related words

fascinatingenchantingattractivebewitchingenthrallingentrancingrivetingtaking

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "captivating"?▾

"Captivating" has 4 syllables: capt · iv · at · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "captivating"?▾

The IPA transcription of "captivating" is /kæptɪveɪtɪŋ/.

What does "captivating" mean?▾

Captivating: To attract and hold interest and attention of; charm.

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