How to Pronounce Abhorring

To pronounce "abhorring", say ABH-orr-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /æbˈhɔɹ.ɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/æbˈhɔɹ.ɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “abhorring”

"abhorring" has 3 syllables: abh-orr-ing.

What does abhorring mean?

verb

  1. To regard with horror or detestation; to shrink back with shuddering from; to feel excessive repugnance toward; to detest to extremity; to loathe.

    “I absolutely abhor being stuck in traffic jams”

  2. To fill with horror or disgust.

noun

  1. Detestation.
  2. A detested thing.

Related words

detestationabhorrenceloathingabominationrevulsionhorrorhatredhate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "abhorring"?▾

"Abhorring" has 3 syllables: abh · orr · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "abhorring"?▾

The IPA transcription of "abhorring" is /æbˈhɔɹ.ɪŋ/.

What does "abhorring" mean?▾

Abhorring: To regard with horror or detestation; to shrink back with shuddering from; to feel excessive repugnance toward; to detest to extremity; to loathe.

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