How to Pronounce Excusing

To pronounce "excusing", say EXC-us-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

EXC-us-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “excusing”

"excusing" has 3 syllables: exc-us-ing. It rhymes with musing and amusing, if that helps it stick.

What does excusing mean?

verb

  1. To forgive; to pardon.

    “I excused him his transgressions.”

  2. To allow to leave, or release from any obligation.

    “I excused myself from the proceedings to think over what I'd heard.”

noun

  1. The act of making an excuse.

Synonyms

forgivelet off the hooklet passpardonunguilt

Words that rhyme with excusing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

musingamusingbruisingperusingaccusingconfusingsousingcruisingdiffusingdefusingboozingchoosing

Related words

pardoncondoneapologizealibijustifyrelieveself-justificationexplain

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "excusing"?▾

"Excusing" has 3 syllables: exc · us · ing.

What does "excusing" mean?▾

Excusing: To forgive; to pardon.

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