How to Pronounce Bossing

To pronounce "bossing", say BOSS-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

BOSS-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “bossing”

"bossing" has 2 syllables: boss-ing. It rhymes with tossing and glossing, if that helps it stick.

What does bossing mean?

verb

  1. To exercise authoritative control over; to tell (someone) what to do, often repeatedly.

verb

  1. To decorate with bosses; to emboss.

noun

  1. A boss; a projecting element.

Synonyms

boss aroundlord over

Words that rhyme with bossing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tossingglossingflossingsaucingmossingcrisscrossing

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bossing"?▾

"Bossing" has 2 syllables: boss · ing.

What does "bossing" mean?▾

Bossing: To exercise authoritative control over; to tell (someone) what to do, often repeatedly.

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