How to Pronounce Competing

To pronounce "competing", say COMP-et-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /kəmˈpiːtɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/kəmˈpiːtɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “competing”

"competing" has 3 syllables: comp-et-ing. It rhymes with fleeting and bleating, if that helps it stick.

What does competing mean?

verb

  1. To be in battle or in a rivalry with another for the same thing, position, or reward; to contend
  2. To be in a position in which it is possible to win or triumph.

adjective

  1. Being in the state of competition (often unintentionally).

Antonyms

cooperate

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Words that rhyme with competing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fleetingbleatingmeetingcheatingmetingbeatingheatingretreatingovereatingdepletingpleatingtweeting

Related words

competitorycompetitiverivalcompetitioncompetitorvyingfeudingcontending

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "competing"?▾

"Competing" has 3 syllables: comp · et · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "competing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "competing" is /kəmˈpiːtɪŋ/.

What does "competing" mean?▾

Competing: To be in battle or in a rivalry with another for the same thing, position, or reward; to contend

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