To pronounce "fascinating", say FASC-in-at-ing — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈfæsəˌneɪtɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
fascinating
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/ˈfæsəˌneɪtɪŋ/
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/fˈæsɪnˌeɪtɪŋ/
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To pronounce "fascinating", say FASC-in-at-ing — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈfæsəˌneɪtɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
"Fascinating" has 4 syllables: fasc · in · at · ing.
The IPA transcription of "fascinating" is /ˈfæsəˌneɪtɪŋ/.
Fascinating: Having interesting qualities; captivating; attractive.
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