How to Pronounce Obliging

To pronounce "obliging", say OBL-ig-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈblaɪd͡ʒɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/əˈblaɪd͡ʒɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “obliging”

"obliging" has 3 syllables: obl-ig-ing. It rhymes with kriging, if that helps it stick.

What does obliging mean?

verb

  1. To constrain someone by force or by social, moral or legal means.

    “I am obliged to report to the police station every week.”

  2. To do (someone) a service or favour (hence, originally, creating an obligation).

    “He obliged me by not parking his car in the drive.”

noun

  1. The imposition of an obligation.

adjective

  1. Happy and ready to do favours for others.

Synonyms

accommodatingwilling

Words that rhyme with obliging

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

kriging

Related words

complaisantcompliantyieldingaccommodativeaccommodatingcomplyingcourteouscommitting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "obliging"?▾

"Obliging" has 3 syllables: obl · ig · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "obliging"?▾

The IPA transcription of "obliging" is /əˈblaɪd͡ʒɪŋ/.

What does "obliging" mean?▾

Obliging: To constrain someone by force or by social, moral or legal means.

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