How to Pronounce Hunting

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈhʌntɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hunting”

"hunting" has 2 syllables: hunt-ing. It rhymes with grunting and confronting, if that helps it stick.

What does hunting mean?

noun

  1. The act of finding and killing a wild animal, either for sport or with the intention of using its parts to make food, clothes, etc.
  2. Looking for something, especially for a job or flat.

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Words that rhyme with hunting

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gruntingconfrontingbuntingfrontingaffrontingshuntingstintingbluntingstuntingtinting

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hunting"?▾

"Hunting" has 2 syllables: hunt · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "hunting"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hunting" is /ˈhʌntɪŋ/.

What does "hunting" mean?▾

Hunting: The act of finding and killing a wild animal, either for sport or with the intention of using its parts to make food, clothes, etc.

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