How to Pronounce Darkening

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

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

DARK-en-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “darkening”

"darkening" has 3 syllables: dark-en-ing. It rhymes with harkening, if that helps it stick.

What does darkening mean?

verb

  1. To make dark or darker by reducing light.
  2. To become dark or darker (having less light).

noun

  1. The act of something becoming darker.

Synonyms

blacken

Words that rhyme with darkening

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

harkening

Related words

darkblackeningdeepeningblackenizationreddeningbrowninglighteningquietening

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "darkening"?▾

"Darkening" has 3 syllables: dark · en · ing.

What does "darkening" mean?▾

Darkening: To make dark or darker by reducing light.

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