How to Pronounce Edifying

To pronounce "edifying", say ED-ify-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɛdɪfaɪɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈɛdɪfaɪɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “edifying”

"edifying" has 3 syllables: ed-ify-ing. It rhymes with gratifying and mystifying, if that helps it stick.

What does edifying mean?

verb

  1. To build, construct.
  2. To instruct or improve morally or intellectually.

noun

  1. Edification

adjective

  1. That educates, informs, illuminates or instructs.
  2. That enlightens or uplifts.

Words that rhyme with edifying

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gratifyingmystifyingterrifyingpryingsatisfyingelectrifyinghorrifyingtryingintensifyingunderlyingcryingoutlying

Related words

enlighteninginstructiveinformativeinspirationalinspiringbrilliantshiningbuilding

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "edifying"?▾

"Edifying" has 3 syllables: ed · ify · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "edifying"?▾

The IPA transcription of "edifying" is /ˈɛdɪfaɪɪŋ/.

What does "edifying" mean?▾

Edifying: To build, construct.

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