How to Pronounce Imposing

To pronounce "imposing", say IMP-os-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪmˈpəʊzɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ɪmˈpəʊzɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “imposing”

"imposing" has 3 syllables: imp-os-ing. It rhymes with closing and opposing, if that helps it stick.

What does imposing mean?

verb

  1. To establish or apply by authority.

    “Congress imposed new tariffs.”

  2. To be an inconvenience (on or upon)

    “I don't wish to impose upon you.”

adjective

  1. Magnificent and impressive because of appearance, size, stateliness or dignity.

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Words that rhyme with imposing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

closingopposingdozingcomposingjuxtaposingdisclosingposingexposingenclosingdisposingglozingnosing

Related words

statelydignifieddistinguishedimpressivenoblemagisterialbaronialcompelling

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "imposing"?▾

"Imposing" has 3 syllables: imp · os · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "imposing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "imposing" is /ɪmˈpəʊzɪŋ/.

What does "imposing" mean?▾

Imposing: To establish or apply by authority.

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