Does ing have a long or short vowel?

Answer 1

In general, the suffix "-ing" has a short vowel sound. The letter "i" in "-ing" is typically pronounced as a short vowel sound, like in the word "sit" or "big." However, there are exceptions in certain words where the "i" in "-ing" can have a long vowel sound, such as in the word "dying" where the "i" is pronounced as a long "i" sound.

Answer 2

The suffix -ing has a short I vowel sound.

Answer 3

In "-ing," the "i" has a short vowel sound.