How to Pronounce Caning

To pronounce "caning", say CAN-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkeɪnɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈkeɪnɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “caning”

"caning" has 2 syllables: can-ing. It rhymes with waning and pertaining, if that helps it stick.

What does caning mean?

verb

  1. To strike or beat with a cane or similar implement
  2. To destroy; to comprehensively defeat

    “Mudchester Rovers were caned 10-0.”

noun

  1. A beating with a cane.

Words that rhyme with caning

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

waningpertainingstrainingfeigningsustainingtrainingreigningmaintainingremainingcomplainingretainingentertaining

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "caning"?▾

"Caning" has 2 syllables: can · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "caning"?▾

The IPA transcription of "caning" is /ˈkeɪnɪŋ/.

What does "caning" mean?▾

Caning: To strike or beat with a cane or similar implement

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