striking

/ˈstraɪkɪŋ/

Syllables strik·ing

Stress STRIK-ing

Phonics Breakdown

strik

/straɪk/

long i (i_e)

ing

/ɪŋ/

nasal ng

Meaning

very noticeable or impressive; attracting attention

Sound Reference

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strike=/straɪk/ + ing=/ɪŋ/

Example

She has a striking resemblance to her mother.