Meaning of the word reciting in English

What does reciting mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

reciting

US /rɪˈsaɪtɪŋ/
UK /rɪˈsaɪtɪŋ/

Verb

1.

to repeat aloud from memory or from a text

Example:
The student was reciting a poem in front of the class.
She spent hours reciting her lines for the play.
2.

to state a list of facts or details

Example:
The witness began reciting the events of that night.
He was reciting a long list of complaints.