How to Pronounce Interning

To pronounce "interning", say INT-ern-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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INT-ern-ing

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"interning" has 3 syllables: int-ern-ing.

verb

To imprison somebody, usually without trial.
“The US government interned thousands of Japanese-Americans during World War II.”
To internalize.

verb

To work as an intern. Usually with little or no pay or other legal prerogatives of employment, for the purpose of furthering a program of education.
“I'll be interning at Universal Studios this summer.”

noun

Practice of always using references instead of copies of equal objects.
“In computer programming, the practice of using always references in place of copies of equal objects is known as interning.”

How many syllables are in "interning"?▾

"Interning" has 3 syllables: int · ern · ing.

What does "interning" mean?▾

Interning: To imprison somebody, usually without trial.

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