How to Pronounce Bowing

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

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Syllables

Letters

BOW-ing

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"bowing" has 2 syllables: bow-ing. It rhymes with knowing and showing, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: boeing — easy to mix up when writing.

verb

To play music on (a stringed) instrument using a bow.
“The musician bowed his violin expertly.”
To become bent or curved.
“The shelf bowed under the weight of the books.”

verb

To bend oneself as a gesture of respect or deference.
“That singer always bows towards her audience for some reason.”
To debut.

noun

The act of bending at the waist, as a sign of respect or greeting.
“The courtier had practiced his bowing.”
A bending.
“The heavy books caused a bowing in the shelf.”

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

How many syllables are in "bowing"?▾

"Bowing" has 2 syllables: bow · ing.

What does "bowing" mean?▾

Bowing: To play music on (a stringed) instrument using a bow.

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