To pronounce "intercepting", say INT-erc-ept-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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INT-erc-ept-ing
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"intercepting" has 4 syllables: int-erc-ept-ing. It rhymes with accepting and excepting, if that helps it stick.
verb
“The police intercepted the package of stolen goods while it was in transit.”
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"Intercepting" has 4 syllables: int · erc · ept · ing.
Intercepting: To stop, deflect or divert (something in progress or motion).
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