How to Pronounce Hosting

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈhəʊstɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hosting”

"hosting" has 2 syllables: host-ing. It rhymes with roasting and ghosting, if that helps it stick.

What does hosting mean?

verb

  1. To perform the role of a host.

    “I was terrible at hosting that show.”

  2. To lodge at an inn.

noun

  1. Running and maintaining a computer system on someone's behalf.
  2. A battle.

Synonyms

presenter

Words that rhyme with hosting

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

roastingghostingpostingboastingcoastingtoastingcomposting

Related words

emceehordelegionserverinnkeeperhomepageorganiseorganisation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hosting"?▾

"Hosting" has 2 syllables: host · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "hosting"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hosting" is /ˈhəʊstɪŋ/.

What does "hosting" mean?▾

Hosting: To perform the role of a host.

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