How to pronounce "racing"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "racing"

Learn how to break down "racing" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

rac-ing
2 syllables

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/ˈɹeɪsɪŋ/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

R EY1 S IH0 NG
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Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

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Definition of "racing"

Pronunciation: /ˈɹeɪsɪŋ/

Verb

  • To take part in a race (in the sense of a contest).
    Example: "The drivers were racing around the track."
  • To compete against in such a race.
    Example: "I raced him to the car, but he was there first, so he got to ride shotgun."
  • To move or drive at high speed; to hurry or speed.
    Example: "As soon as it was time to go home, he raced for the door."
  • Of a motor, to run rapidly when not engaged to a transmission.

Verb

  • To assign a race to; to perceive as having a (usually specified) race.

Noun

  • The sport of competing in races.

Verb

  • To demolish; to level to the ground.
  • To scrape as if with a razor.

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