How to Pronounce Conforming

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

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Syllables

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Letters

CONF-orm-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “conforming”

"conforming" has 3 syllables: conf-orm-ing. It rhymes with transforming and swarming, if that helps it stick.

What does conforming mean?

verb

  1. (of persons, often followed by to) To act in accordance with expectations; to behave in the manner of others, especially as a result of social pressure.
  2. (of things, situations, etc.) To be in accordance with a set of specifications or regulations, or with a policy or guideline.

adjective

  1. Exhibiting conformity.

    “He's trying to get a conforming loan.”

Synonyms

acquiescecomplygo along to get alongknuckle undersubmit

Words that rhyme with conforming

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

transformingswarmingformingheartwarmingbrainstormingperforminginformingstormingreformingwarmingbarnstormingmisinforming

Related words

orthodoxpursuantaccordingcompliancecorrespondingcorrespondrespectresponding

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "conforming"?▾

"Conforming" has 3 syllables: conf · orm · ing.

What does "conforming" mean?▾

Conforming: (of persons, often followed by to) To act in accordance with expectations; to behave in the manner of others, especially as a result of social pressure.

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