How to Pronounce Eating

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈiːtɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “eating”

"eating" has 2 syllables: eat-ing.

What does eating mean?

verb

  1. To ingest; to be ingested.
  2. To use up.

adjective

  1. Bred to be eaten.

    “eating chickens; eating quails”

  2. Suitable to be eaten without being cooked.

    “Wait! That's not an eating apple.”

Synonyms

botherdisturbworryconsumeswallowbreakfastchow downdine

Related words

feedingedibledevouringswallowingswallowingestionconsumptionsnack

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "eating"?▾

"Eating" has 2 syllables: eat · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "eating"?▾

The IPA transcription of "eating" is /ˈiːtɪŋ/.

What does "eating" mean?▾

Eating: To ingest; to be ingested.

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