How to Pronounce Distressing

To pronounce "distressing", say DISTR-ess-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪˈstɹɛsɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/dɪˈstɹɛsɪŋ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “distressing”

"distressing" has 3 syllables: distr-ess-ing. It rhymes with blessing and pressing, if that helps it stick.

What does distressing mean?

verb

  1. To cause strain or anxiety to someone.
  2. To retain someone’s property against the payment of a debt; to distrain.

adjective

  1. Causing distress; upsetting; distressful.

    “The details of the ordeal can be distressing to some readers.”

Synonyms

ageantiquepatinateanguishharrowmartyrtantalisetantalize

Words that rhyme with distressing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blessingpressingcaressingdepressingsuppressingacquiescingdressingcoalescingprogressingpossessingassessingtransgressing

Related words

distressfultroublingdisturbingworrisomeworryinglamentablesadpitiful

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "distressing"?▾

"Distressing" has 3 syllables: distr · ess · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "distressing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "distressing" is /dɪˈstɹɛsɪŋ/.

What does "distressing" mean?▾

Distressing: To cause strain or anxiety to someone.

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