How do you pronounce "paying"?

In American English: /ˈpeɪɪŋ/ (PAY-ing). In British English: /pˈeɪɪŋ/ (P-ay). In Canadian English: /ˈpeɪɪŋ/ (PAY-ing). In Australian English: /pˈeɪɪŋ/ (P-ay).

Is "paying" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈpeɪɪŋ/ (PAY-ing), while in British English it's /pˈeɪɪŋ/ (P-ay).

How to Pronounce "paying"

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paying

/ˈpeɪɪŋ/

PAY-ing

Syllable Breakdown

peɪpay·ɪŋing

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