How to Pronounce Relating

To pronounce "relating", say REL-at-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

REL-at-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “relating”

"relating" has 3 syllables: rel-at-ing. It rhymes with titillating and captivating, if that helps it stick.

What does relating mean?

verb

  1. To tell in a descriptive way.

    “Please relate the circumstances of your journey here today.”

  2. To bring into a relation, association, or connection (between one thing and another).

noun

  1. The act of relating, or forming or identifying relationships; relation.

Synonyms

chronicledescribedivulgerecountstate

Words that rhyme with relating

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

titillatingcaptivatinggratingdeprecatinginvigoratingexcruciatingexhilaratingfascinatingexasperatingstimulatingdebilitatingfluctuating

Related words

referpertaininterrelatelinkconnectassociateconcerntouch

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "relating"?▾

"Relating" has 3 syllables: rel · at · ing.

What does "relating" mean?▾

Relating: To tell in a descriptive way.

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