To pronounce "selling", say SELL-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɛlɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈsɛlɪŋ/
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"selling" has 2 syllables: sell-ing. It rhymes with compelling and dwelling, if that helps it stick.
verb
“I'll sell you all three for a hundred dollars.”
“The corn sold for a good price.”
noun
“buyings and sellings”
“You've got to work on your selling.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Selling" has 2 syllables: sell · ing.
The IPA transcription of "selling" is /ˈsɛlɪŋ/.
Selling: (ditransitive) To transfer goods or provide services in exchange for money.
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