How to Pronounce Cleansing

To pronounce "cleansing", say CLEANS-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈklɛn.zɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈklɛn.zɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cleansing”

"cleansing" has 2 syllables: cleans-ing. It rhymes with benzing, if that helps it stick.

What does cleansing mean?

verb

  1. To free from dirt; to clean, to purify.
  2. To spiritually purify; to free from guilt or sin; to purge.

noun

  1. The process of removing dirt, toxins etc.

adjective

  1. That cleanses.

    “Apply the cleansing cream to your skin.”

Synonyms

detergentsmectic

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Words that rhyme with cleansing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

benzing

Related words

purifyingablutionaryantisepticcleanuppurificationlustrationdepurationpurge

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cleansing"?▾

"Cleansing" has 2 syllables: cleans · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "cleansing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cleansing" is /ˈklɛn.zɪŋ/.

What does "cleansing" mean?▾

Cleansing: To free from dirt; to clean, to purify.

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