How to Pronounce Doting

To pronounce "doting", say DOT-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

6

Letters

DOT-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “doting”

"doting" has 2 syllables: dot-ing. It rhymes with gloating and floating, if that helps it stick.

What does doting mean?

verb

  1. (usually with on) To be weakly or foolishly fond of somebody.

    “Little Bill's parents just keep doting on him.”

  2. To act in a foolish manner; to be senile.

noun

  1. Excessive fondness; reverence.

adjective

  1. Characterized by giving love and affection.

Synonyms

adorelove

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Words that rhyme with doting

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gloatingfloatingpromotingcoatingtotingscapegoatingbloatingnotingthroatingdenotingdevotingboating

Related words

fondlovingadoringendearingaffectionatefondsomelovey-doveyloveful

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "doting"?▾

"Doting" has 2 syllables: dot · ing.

What does "doting" mean?▾

Doting: (usually with on) To be weakly or foolishly fond of somebody.

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