How to Pronounce Candling

To pronounce "candling", say CANDL-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

8

Letters

CANDL-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “candling”

"candling" has 2 syllables: candl-ing. It rhymes with handling and dandling, if that helps it stick.

What does candling mean?

verb

  1. To observe the growth of an embryo inside (an egg), using a bright light source.
  2. To dry greenware prior to beginning of the firing cycle, setting the kiln at 200° Celsius until all water is removed from the greenware.

Words that rhyme with candling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

handlingdandlingbrandlingpanhandlingmishandlingshandling

Related words

tapercandelacdovipositormoistensparboilingbezoar

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "candling"?▾

"Candling" has 2 syllables: candl · ing.

What does "candling" mean?▾

Candling: To observe the growth of an embryo inside (an egg), using a bright light source.

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