How to Pronounce Trespassing

To pronounce "trespassing", say TRESP-ass-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

11

Letters

TRESP-ass-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “trespassing”

"trespassing" has 3 syllables: tresp-ass-ing. It rhymes with passing and amassing, if that helps it stick.

What does trespassing mean?

verb

  1. To commit an offence; to sin.
  2. To offend against, to wrong (someone).

noun

  1. Unauthorized entry to private property

Synonyms

cross the lineexceedsurpasstranscendtransgress

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Words that rhyme with trespassing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

passingamassingsurpassingharassingbypassinggassingmassingglassingsassingpasengclassinggrassing

Related words

encroachinginvasiveintrusiveencroachmentintrusionbreak-inintruderthief

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "trespassing"?▾

"Trespassing" has 3 syllables: tresp · ass · ing.

What does "trespassing" mean?▾

Trespassing: To commit an offence; to sin.

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