How to Pronounce Gaining

To pronounce "gaining", say GAIN-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɡeɪnɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɡeɪnɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gaining”

"gaining" has 2 syllables: gain-ing. It rhymes with waning and pertaining, if that helps it stick.

What does gaining mean?

verb

  1. To acquire possession of.

    “Looks like you've gained a new friend.”

  2. To have or receive advantage or profit; to acquire gain; to grow rich; to advance in interest, health, or happiness; to make progress.

    “The sick man gains daily.”

noun

  1. Gain; profit.

Words that rhyme with gaining

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

waningpertainingstrainingfeigningsustainingtrainingreigningmaintainingremainingcomplainingretainingentertaining

Related words

attainadvancewinearn

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gaining"?▾

"Gaining" has 2 syllables: gain · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "gaining"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gaining" is /ˈɡeɪnɪŋ/.

What does "gaining" mean?▾

Gaining: To acquire possession of.

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