To pronounce "tensioning", say TENS-ion-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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TENS-ion-ing
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"tensioning" has 3 syllables: tens-ion-ing. It rhymes with pensioning, if that helps it stick.
verb
“We tensioned the cable until it snapped.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Tensioning" has 3 syllables: tens · ion · ing.
Tensioning: To place an object in tension, to pull or place strain on.
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