How to Pronounce Tantalising

To pronounce "tantalising", say TANT-al-is-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

TANT-al-is-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “tantalising”

"tantalising" has 4 syllables: tant-al-is-ing.

What does tantalising mean?

verb

  1. To tease (someone) by offering something desirable but keeping it out of reach
  2. To bait (someone) by showing something desirable but leaving them unsatisfied

noun

  1. Teasing temptation

adjective

  1. Teasing; tempting, especially that which is beyond reach.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "tantalising"?▾

"Tantalising" has 4 syllables: tant · al · is · ing.

What does "tantalising" mean?▾

Tantalising: To tease (someone) by offering something desirable but keeping it out of reach

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