How to Pronounce Acknowledging

To pronounce "acknowledging", say ACKN-owl-edg-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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ACKN-owl-edg-ing

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"acknowledging" has 4 syllables: ackn-owl-edg-ing.

What does acknowledging mean?

verb

  1. To admit the knowledge of; to recognize as a fact or truth; to declare one's belief in

    “to acknowledge the being of a god”

  2. To own or recognize in a particular quality, character or relationship; to admit the claims or authority of; to give recognition to.

noun

  1. The act of acknowledging something.

adjective

  1. That acknowledges, in various sense; (especially) that notices or recognises someone or something.
  2. (specifically) Expressing esteem or gratitude.

Synonyms

admitallowavowconcedeconfessownproclaimrecognizeacknowledgementknowledge

Related words

admitrecognizeknowreceiptnoticementionciteaccepting

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How many syllables are in "acknowledging"?▾

"Acknowledging" has 4 syllables: ackn · owl · edg · ing.

What does "acknowledging" mean?▾

Acknowledging: To admit the knowledge of; to recognize as a fact or truth; to declare one's belief in

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