How to Pronounce Glancing

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈɡlɑːnsɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “glancing”

"glancing" has 2 syllables: glanc-ing. It rhymes with advancing and enhancing, if that helps it stick.

What does glancing mean?

verb

  1. To look briefly (at something).

    “She glanced at her reflection as she passed the mirror.”

  2. To graze a surface.

noun

  1. A sideways look; a glance.

adjective

  1. Making superficial, obtuse contact with something.

    “His fist caught a glancing blow to my jaw.”

Synonyms

glimpse

Words that rhyme with glancing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

advancingenhancingchancingprancingfinancingromancingtrancingdancingrefinancing

Related words

glimpseglintpeekcaromfleetingcursorybriefquick

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "glancing"?▾

"Glancing" has 2 syllables: glanc · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "glancing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "glancing" is /ˈɡlɑːnsɪŋ/.

What does "glancing" mean?▾

Glancing: To look briefly (at something).

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