How to Pronounce Enterprising

To pronounce "enterprising", say ENT-erpr-is-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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12

Letters

ENT-erpr-is-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “enterprising”

"enterprising" has 4 syllables: ent-erpr-is-ing. It rhymes with patronizing and scrutinizing, if that helps it stick.

What does enterprising mean?

verb

  1. To undertake an enterprise, or something hazardous or difficult.
  2. To undertake; to begin and attempt to perform; to venture upon.

noun

  1. The undertaking of an enterprise; purposeful activity; doings.

adjective

  1. Displaying bravery and daring in attempting some task.
  2. Very able and ingenious in business dealings.

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Words that rhyme with enterprising

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patronizingscrutinizingself-aggrandizingtantalizingmesmerizingrisingdemoralizingappetizingdevisinguprisinggalvanizingsurprising

Related words

venturesomeindustriousgumptiouspushyambitiouspushfulenergeticaggressive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "enterprising"?▾

"Enterprising" has 4 syllables: ent · erpr · is · ing.

What does "enterprising" mean?▾

Enterprising: To undertake an enterprise, or something hazardous or difficult.

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