How to Pronounce Backgrounding

To pronounce "backgrounding", say BACKGR-ound-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

13

Letters

BACKGR-ound-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “backgrounding”

"backgrounding" has 3 syllables: backgr-ound-ing.

What does backgrounding mean?

verb

  1. To put in a position that is not prominent.
  2. To gather and provide background information (on).

Related words

backdropbackroundgroundbackliningbackgrounderbackfillbackstoryunderneath

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How many syllables are in "backgrounding"?▾

"Backgrounding" has 3 syllables: backgr · ound · ing.

What does "backgrounding" mean?▾

Backgrounding: To put in a position that is not prominent.

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