How to Pronounce Rating

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɹeɪtɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rating”

"rating" has 2 syllables: rat-ing. It rhymes with titillating and captivating, if that helps it stick.

What does rating mean?

verb

  1. To assign or be assigned a particular rank or level.

    “She is rated fourth in the country.”

  2. To evaluate or estimate the value of.

    “They rate his talents highly.”

verb

  1. To berate, scold.

noun

  1. A position on a scale
  2. An evaluation of status, especially of financial status

    “They have a poor credit rating.”

Synonyms

rank

Words that rhyme with rating

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

titillatingcaptivatinggratingdeprecatinginvigoratingexcruciatingexhilaratingfascinatingexasperatingstimulatingdebilitatingfluctuating

Related words

valuationpaygradeevaluationgradingrankingstatusfactorrationing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rating"?▾

"Rating" has 2 syllables: rat · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "rating"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rating" is /ˈɹeɪtɪŋ/.

What does "rating" mean?▾

Rating: To assign or be assigned a particular rank or level.

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