How to Pronounce Pleasing

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈpliːzɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pleasing”

"pleasing" has 2 syllables: pleas-ing. It rhymes with teasing and appeasing, if that helps it stick.

What does pleasing mean?

verb

  1. To make happy or satisfy; to give pleasure to.

    “Her presentation pleased the executives.”

  2. To desire; to will; to be pleased by.

    “Just do as you please.”

adjective

  1. Agreeable; giving pleasure, cheer, enjoyment or gratification.

Synonyms

desirewillsatisfyenjoyablegratifyingsatisfying

Antonyms

annoydisgustdispleaseirritate

Words that rhyme with pleasing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

teasingappeasingseizingwheezingfreezingsqueezingsneezingbreezingneesingcheesingthesing

Related words

gratifyingpleasurefuldelightfulcharmingtastefulindulgenceagreeablefab

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pleasing"?▾

"Pleasing" has 2 syllables: pleas · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "pleasing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pleasing" is /ˈpliːzɪŋ/.

What does "pleasing" mean?▾

Pleasing: To make happy or satisfy; to give pleasure to.

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