How to Pronounce Discussing

To pronounce "discussing", say DISC-uss-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪsˈkʌsɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/dɪsˈkʌsɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “discussing”

"discussing" has 3 syllables: disc-uss-ing. It rhymes with trussing and pissing, if that helps it stick.

What does discussing mean?

verb

  1. To converse or debate concerning a particular topic.

    “I don't wish to discuss this further. Let's talk about something else.”

  2. To communicate, tell, or disclose (information, a message, etc.).

Synonyms

bespeakbetalkdebatetalk about

Words that rhyme with discussing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trussingpissingcussingbusingbussingfussingmussingschussinggissinggrussingtussing

Related words

discourseaddressinganalysinganalyzingarguingbrowsechattingconsidering

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "discussing"?▾

"Discussing" has 3 syllables: disc · uss · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "discussing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "discussing" is /dɪsˈkʌsɪŋ/.

What does "discussing" mean?▾

Discussing: To converse or debate concerning a particular topic.

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