How to Pronounce Characterising

To pronounce "characterising", say CHAR-act-er-is-ing — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

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14

Letters

CHAR-act-er-is-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “characterising”

"characterising" has 5 syllables: char-act-er-is-ing.

What does characterising mean?

verb

  1. To depict someone or something a particular way (often negative).
  2. To be typical of.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "characterising"?▾

"Characterising" has 5 syllables: char · act · er · is · ing.

What does "characterising" mean?▾

Characterising: To depict someone or something a particular way (often negative).

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