How to Pronounce Marching

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈmɑːt͡ʃɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “marching”

"marching" has 2 syllables: march-ing. It rhymes with overarching and arching, if that helps it stick.

What does marching mean?

verb

  1. To walk with long, regular strides, as a soldier does.
  2. To cause someone to walk somewhere.

verb

  1. To have common borders or frontiers

noun

  1. An action described by the verb "to march".

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Words that rhyme with marching

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overarchingarchingparchingstarching

Related words

movingwalkingwalkrunningcrawlingscrollinglaggingmarche

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "marching"?▾

"Marching" has 2 syllables: march · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "marching"?▾

The IPA transcription of "marching" is /ˈmɑːt͡ʃɪŋ/.

What does "marching" mean?▾

Marching: To walk with long, regular strides, as a soldier does.

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