How to Pronounce Reigning

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈɹeɪnɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “reigning”

"reigning" has 2 syllables: reign-ing. It rhymes with waning and pertaining, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: raining, reining — easy to mix up when writing.

What does reigning mean?

verb

  1. To exercise sovereign power, to rule as a monarch.

    “He reigned in an autocratic manner.”

  2. To reign over (a country)

adjective

  1. Currently ruling or holding a position.

    “The reigning world heavyweight champion said he'd defend his title once more and then retire even if he won.”

Words that rhyme with reigning

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

waningpertainingstrainingfeigningsustainingtrainingmaintainingremainingcomplainingretainingentertainingobtaining

Related words

regnantrulingpowerfulpertainingprevailingraginggoverningregent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "reigning"?▾

"Reigning" has 2 syllables: reign · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "reigning"?▾

The IPA transcription of "reigning" is /ˈɹeɪnɪŋ/.

What does "reigning" mean?▾

Reigning: To exercise sovereign power, to rule as a monarch.

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