How to Pronounce Seething

To pronounce "seething", say SEETH-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsiː.ðɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈsiː.ðɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “seething”

"seething" has 2 syllables: seeth-ing.

What does seething mean?

verb

  1. To boil.
  2. (of a liquid) To boil vigorously.

noun

  1. The action of the verb to seethe.

adjective

  1. Boiling, bubbling
  2. Angry, livid.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "seething"?▾

"Seething" has 2 syllables: seeth · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "seething"?▾

The IPA transcription of "seething" is /ˈsiː.ðɪŋ/.

What does "seething" mean?▾

Seething: To boil.

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