How to Pronounce Pledging

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈplɛdʒɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pledging”

"pledging" has 2 syllables: pledg-ing. It rhymes with dredging and alleging, if that helps it stick.

What does pledging mean?

verb

  1. To make a solemn promise (to do something).
  2. To deposit something as a security; to pawn.

noun

  1. The making of a pledge.

Words that rhyme with pledging

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dredgingallegingfledginghedgingwedgingsledgingkedging

Related words

assurancesaluteplightdrinktoastcommittingdonorpromising

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pledging"?▾

"Pledging" has 2 syllables: pledg · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "pledging"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pledging" is /ˈplɛdʒɪŋ/.

What does "pledging" mean?▾

Pledging: To make a solemn promise (to do something).

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