How to Pronounce Occupying

To pronounce "occupying", say OCC-upy-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɒk.jʊ.paɪ.ɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈɒk.jʊ.paɪ.ɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “occupying”

"occupying" has 3 syllables: occ-upy-ing. It rhymes with gratifying and mystifying, if that helps it stick.

What does occupying mean?

verb

(of time) To take or use.
To take or use space.

Synonyms

coitize go to bed with sleep with busy employ

Words that rhyme with occupying

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gratifying mystifying edifying terrifying prying satisfying electrifying horrifying trying intensifying underlying crying

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "occupying"?▾

"Occupying" has 3 syllables: occ · upy · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "occupying"?▾

The IPA transcription of "occupying" is /ˈɒk.jʊ.paɪ.ɪŋ/.

What does "occupying" mean?▾

Occupying: (of time) To take or use.

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