To pronounce "praising", say PRAIS-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹeɪzɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈpɹeɪzɪŋ/
IPA
"praising" has 2 syllables: prais-ing. It rhymes with blazing and amazing, if that helps it stick.
verb
“Be sure to praise Bobby for his excellent work at school this week.”
noun
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Praising" has 2 syllables: prais · ing.
The IPA transcription of "praising" is /ˈpɹeɪzɪŋ/.
Praising: To give praise to; to commend, glorify, or worship.
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