How to Pronounce Daring

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈdɛəɹɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “daring”

"daring" has 2 syllables: dar-ing. It rhymes with bearing and raring, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: derring — easy to mix up when writing.

What does daring mean?

verb

  1. To have enough courage (to do something).

    “I wouldn't dare argue with my boss.”

  2. To defy or challenge (someone to do something)

    “I dare you (to) kiss that girl.”

verb

  1. To stare stupidly or vacantly; to gaze as though amazed or terrified.
  2. To lie or crouch down in fear.

noun

  1. Boldness.

Synonyms

boldness

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Words that rhyme with daring

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bearingraringcaringdespairingblaringglaringoverbearingflaringtearingsnaringpairinguncaring

Related words

adventuresomeventuresomeaudaciousadventurousventuroushardihoodboldnessoriginal

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "daring"?▾

"Daring" has 2 syllables: dar · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "daring"?▾

The IPA transcription of "daring" is /ˈdɛəɹɪŋ/.

What does "daring" mean?▾

Daring: To have enough courage (to do something).

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