How to Pronounce Entertaining

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

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Syllables

Letters

ENT-ert-ain-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “entertaining”

"entertaining" has 4 syllables: ent-ert-ain-ing. It rhymes with waning and pertaining, if that helps it stick.

What does entertaining mean?

verb

To amuse (someone); to engage the attention of agreeably.
“The motivational speaker not only instructed but also entertained the audience.”
To have someone over at one's home for a party or visit.
“They enjoy entertaining a lot.”

noun

Entertainment.

adjective

Very amusing; that entertains.

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Words that rhyme with entertaining

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waning pertaining straining feigning sustaining training reigning maintaining remaining complaining retaining obtaining

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "entertaining"?▾

"Entertaining" has 4 syllables: ent · ert · ain · ing.

What does "entertaining" mean?▾

Entertaining: To amuse (someone); to engage the attention of agreeably.

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