How to Pronounce Describing

To pronounce "describing", say DESCR-ib-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

DESCR-ib-ing

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"describing" has 3 syllables: descr-ib-ing. It rhymes with transcribing and gibing, if that helps it stick.

verb

To represent in words.
“The feeling is difficult to describe, but not unpleasant.”
To represent by drawing; to draw a plan of; to delineate; to trace or mark out.
“to describe a circle by the compasses; a torch waved about the head in such a way as to describe a circle”

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How many syllables are in "describing"?▾

"Describing" has 3 syllables: descr · ib · ing.

What does "describing" mean?▾

Describing: To represent in words.

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