How to Pronounce Thrusting

To pronounce "thrusting", say THRUST-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

THRUST-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “thrusting”

"thrusting" has 2 syllables: thrust-ing. It rhymes with disgusting and dusting, if that helps it stick.

What does thrusting mean?

verb

  1. To make advance with force.

    “We thrust at the enemy with our forces.”

  2. To force something upon someone.

    “I asked her not to thrust the responsibility on me.”

noun

  1. The motion by which someone or something thrusts.
  2. The act of squeezing curd by hand, to expel the whey.

Synonyms

attackchargerushcompelforcedartreach

Words that rhyme with thrusting

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thrusting"?▾

"Thrusting" has 2 syllables: thrust · ing.

What does "thrusting" mean?▾

Thrusting: To make advance with force.

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