How to Pronounce Cradling

To pronounce "cradling", say CRADL-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

CRADL-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “cradling”

"cradling" has 2 syllables: cradl-ing. It rhymes with ladling, if that helps it stick.

What does cradling mean?

verb

  1. To contain in or as if in a cradle.
  2. To rock (a baby to sleep).

noun

  1. The act by which one cradles a child etc.
  2. The act of using a cradle (the tool).

Words that rhyme with cradling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ladling

Related words

rockbirthplaceprovenanceclaspingclutchingcouchingnestlingcosseting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cradling"?▾

"Cradling" has 2 syllables: cradl · ing.

What does "cradling" mean?▾

Cradling: To contain in or as if in a cradle.

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