How to Pronounce Catering

To pronounce "catering", say CAT-er-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkeɪt(ə)ɹɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈkeɪt(ə)ɹɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “catering”

"catering" has 3 syllables: cat-er-ing. It rhymes with cratering and blattering, if that helps it stick.

What does catering mean?

verb

  1. To provide, particularly:

verb

  1. To place, set, move, or cut diagonally or rhomboidally.

noun

  1. The business of providing food and related services; foodservice.
  2. The business of providing such services for special occasions.

Words that rhyme with catering

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

crateringblattering

Related words

plysupplyprovidedining-roomfoodservicediningcanteencafeteria

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "catering"?▾

"Catering" has 3 syllables: cat · er · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "catering"?▾

The IPA transcription of "catering" is /ˈkeɪt(ə)ɹɪŋ/.

What does "catering" mean?▾

Catering: To provide, particularly:

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