How to Pronounce Phrasing

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈfɹeɪzɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “phrasing”

"phrasing" has 2 syllables: phras-ing. It rhymes with blazing and amazing, if that helps it stick.

What does phrasing mean?

verb

  1. To express (an action, thought or idea) by means of particular words.

    “I wasn't sure how to phrase my condolences without sounding patronising.”

  2. To perform a passage with the correct phrasing.

noun

  1. The way a statement is put together, particularly in matters of style and word choice.
  2. The way the musical phrases are put together in a composition or in its interpretation, with changes in tempo, volume, or emphasizing one or more instruments over others.

Words that rhyme with phrasing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blazingamazinggrazinggazingraisingpraisingglazingbrazinghazingappraisinglazingrasing

Related words

wordingdictionphraseologyverbiagelanguageexpressionformulationredaction

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "phrasing"?▾

"Phrasing" has 2 syllables: phras · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "phrasing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "phrasing" is /ˈfɹeɪzɪŋ/.

What does "phrasing" mean?▾

Phrasing: To express (an action, thought or idea) by means of particular words.

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