How to Pronounce Forcing

To pronounce "forcing", say FORC-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɔː(ɹ).sɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈfɔː(ɹ).sɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “forcing”

"forcing" has 2 syllables: forc-ing. It rhymes with reinforcing and endorsing, if that helps it stick.

What does forcing mean?

verb

  1. To violate (a woman); to rape.
  2. To exert oneself, to do one's utmost.

verb

  1. To stuff; to lard; to farce.

noun

  1. The art of raising plants at an earlier season than is normal, especially by using a hotbed
  2. An extension in the development time of an underexposed negative in order to bring out detail

Words that rhyme with forcing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

reinforcingendorsingoutsourcingenforcingsourcingcoursinghorsingdivorcing

Related words

strengthdriveforcefulnesspowerimpelcoerceviolencepush

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "forcing"?▾

"Forcing" has 2 syllables: forc · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "forcing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "forcing" is /ˈfɔː(ɹ).sɪŋ/.

What does "forcing" mean?▾

Forcing: To violate (a woman); to rape.

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