How to Pronounce Menacing

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

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

MEN-ac-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “menacing”

"menacing" has 3 syllables: men-ac-ing.

What does menacing mean?

verb

  1. To make threats against (someone); to intimidate.

    “to menace a country with war”

  2. To threaten (an evil to be inflicted).

noun

  1. The act of making menaces or threats.

adjective

  1. Suggesting imminent harm.
  2. Threatening.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "menacing"?▾

"Menacing" has 3 syllables: men · ac · ing.

What does "menacing" mean?▾

Menacing: To make threats against (someone); to intimidate.

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