How to Pronounce Gratifying

To pronounce "gratifying", say GRAT-ify-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɡrætɪfaɪ.ɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈɡrætɪfaɪ.ɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gratifying”

"gratifying" has 3 syllables: grat-ify-ing. It rhymes with mystifying and edifying, if that helps it stick.

What does gratifying mean?

verb

To please.
To make content; to satisfy.

Synonyms

gladden

Antonyms

anger disquiet fluster

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Words that rhyme with gratifying

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mystifying edifying terrifying prying satisfying electrifying horrifying trying intensifying underlying crying outlying

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gratifying"?▾

"Gratifying" has 3 syllables: grat · ify · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "gratifying"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gratifying" is /ˈɡrætɪfaɪ.ɪŋ/.

What does "gratifying" mean?▾

Gratifying: To please.

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