How to Pronounce Inviting

To pronounce "inviting", say INV-it-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “inviting”

"inviting" has 3 syllables: inv-it-ing. It rhymes with exciting and moonlighting, if that helps it stick.

What does inviting mean?

verb

  1. To ask for the presence or participation of someone or something.

    “We invited our friends round for dinner.”

  2. To request formally.

    “I invite you all to be seated.”

noun

  1. Invitation

adjective

  1. Alluring; tempting; attractive.

Synonyms

ask outask forencourageprovokeaskbeseechentreatrequest

Words that rhyme with inviting

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

excitingmoonlightinghighlightingflytingwritingrecitingbitingslightinguninvitingblightinglightingsighting

Related words

temptingtantalizinginvitatoryappealingengagingpleasewelcomingengage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inviting"?▾

"Inviting" has 3 syllables: inv · it · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "inviting"?▾

The IPA transcription of "inviting" is /ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/.

What does "inviting" mean?▾

Inviting: To ask for the presence or participation of someone or something.

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