How to Pronounce Pointing

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈpɔɪntɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pointing”

"pointing" has 2 syllables: point-ing. It rhymes with disappointing and pinpointing, if that helps it stick.

What does pointing mean?

verb

  1. To extend the index finger in the direction of something in order to show where it is or to draw attention to it.

    “It's rude to point at other people.”

  2. To draw attention to something or indicate a direction.

    “The arrow of a compass points north”

verb

  1. To appoint.

noun

  1. The action of the verb to point.
  2. (usually singular or collective, sometimes proscribed) Mortar that has been placed between bricks to hold them together.

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Words that rhyme with pointing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

disappointingpinpointingjointingappointingfingerpointing

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pointing"?▾

"Pointing" has 2 syllables: point · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "pointing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pointing" is /ˈpɔɪntɪŋ/.

What does "pointing" mean?▾

Pointing: To extend the index finger in the direction of something in order to show where it is or to draw attention to it.

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