How to Pronounce "startling"
word
/ˈstɑɹtɫɪŋ/
START-ling
/stˈɑːtlɪŋ/
STAHT-ling
Definition
Something that is startling is so unexpected or surprising that it causes shock or surprise.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈstɑɹtɫɪŋ/
British English
/stˈɑːtlɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
START-ling
UK
STAHT-ling
Listen in Context
The loud noise was startling.
She had a startling idea during the meeting.
The results of the test were startling.
It’s startling how quickly children can learn new languages.