How to Pronounce Engineering

To pronounce "engineering", say ENG-in-eer-ing — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌen.dʒɪˈnɪə.ɹɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌen.dʒɪˈnɪə.ɹɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “engineering”

"engineering" has 4 syllables: eng-in-eer-ing. It rhymes with domineering and sneering, if that helps it stick.

What does engineering mean?

verb

  1. To design, construct or manage something as an engineer.
  2. To alter or construct something by means of genetic engineering.

noun

  1. The application of mathematics and the physical sciences to the needs of humanity and the development of technology.
  2. The area aboard a ship where the engine is located.

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Words that rhyme with engineering

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

domineeringsneeringpioneeringtearingrearingperseveringveeringclearingsteeringshearingappearingcheering

Related words

technologytechniciantechnologicaldesigntechnicalanalyticalgeometry

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "engineering"?▾

"Engineering" has 4 syllables: eng · in · eer · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "engineering"?▾

The IPA transcription of "engineering" is /ˌen.dʒɪˈnɪə.ɹɪŋ/.

What does "engineering" mean?▾

Engineering: To design, construct or manage something as an engineer.

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