How to Pronounce Expressing

To pronounce "expressing", say EXPR-ess-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /ɛk.ˈspɹɛsɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ɛk.ˈspɹɛsɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “expressing”

"expressing" has 3 syllables: expr-ess-ing. It rhymes with blessing and pressing, if that helps it stick.

What does expressing mean?

verb

  1. To convey or communicate; to make known or explicit.

    “Words cannot express the love I feel for him.”

  2. To press, squeeze out (especially said of milk).

adjective

  1. That translates or transcribes nucleic acid.

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with expressing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blessingpressingdistressingcaressingdepressingsuppressingacquiescingdressingcoalescingprogressingpossessingassessing

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "expressing"?▾

"Expressing" has 3 syllables: expr · ess · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "expressing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "expressing" is /ɛk.ˈspɹɛsɪŋ/.

What does "expressing" mean?▾

Expressing: To convey or communicate; to make known or explicit.

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