How to Pronounce Thrilling

To pronounce "thrilling", say THRILL-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈθɹɪlɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈθɹɪlɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “thrilling”

"thrilling" has 2 syllables: thrill-ing. It rhymes with unwilling and chilling, if that helps it stick.

What does thrilling mean?

verb

  1. To suddenly excite someone, or to give someone great pleasure; to (figuratively) electrify; to experience such a sensation.
  2. To (cause something to) tremble or quiver.

verb

  1. To drill and thread in one operation, using a tool bit that cuts the hole and the threads in one series of computer-controlled movements.

noun

  1. A thrill.

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Words that rhyme with thrilling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

unwillingchillingwillingfillingkillingmillingyearlingfulfillingshillinginstillingswillingspilling

Related words

excitingstimulatingelectrifyingexhilaratingenthrallingstirringarousingfascinating

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thrilling"?▾

"Thrilling" has 2 syllables: thrill · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "thrilling"?▾

The IPA transcription of "thrilling" is /ˈθɹɪlɪŋ/.

What does "thrilling" mean?▾

Thrilling: To suddenly excite someone, or to give someone great pleasure; to (figuratively) electrify; to experience such a sensation.

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