How to Pronounce Refusing

To pronounce "refusing", say REF-us-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹɪˈfjuːzɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ɹɪˈfjuːzɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “refusing”

"refusing" has 3 syllables: ref-us-ing. It rhymes with musing and amusing, if that helps it stick.

What does refusing mean?

verb

  1. To decline (a request or demand).

    “My request for a pay rise was refused.”

  2. To decline a request or demand, forbear; to withhold permission.

    “I asked the star if I could have her autograph, but she refused.”

verb

  1. To melt again.

Synonyms

declinenillrejectsay no toturn downvetowithsakewithsay

Words that rhyme with refusing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

musingamusingbruisingperusingaccusingconfusingsousingcruisingdiffusingdefusingboozingchoosing

Related words

rejectdenyresistdefydeclinegarbage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "refusing"?▾

"Refusing" has 3 syllables: ref · us · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "refusing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "refusing" is /ɹɪˈfjuːzɪŋ/.

What does "refusing" mean?▾

Refusing: To decline (a request or demand).

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