How to Pronounce Buffering

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

buffering

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

BUFF-er-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “buffering”

"buffering" has 3 syllables: buff-er-ing. It rhymes with suffering, if that helps it stick.

What does buffering mean?

verb

  1. To use a buffer or buffers; to isolate or minimize the effects of one thing on another.
  2. To store data in memory temporarily.

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Words that rhyme with buffering

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suffering

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "buffering"?▾

"Buffering" has 3 syllables: buff · er · ing.

What does "buffering" mean?▾

Buffering: To use a buffer or buffers; to isolate or minimize the effects of one thing on another.

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