How to Pronounce Drawing

To pronounce "drawing", say DRAW-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdɹɔ.(w)ɪŋ(ɡ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈdɹɔ.(w)ɪŋ(ɡ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “drawing”

"drawing" has 2 syllables: draw-ing. It rhymes with clawing and baaing, if that helps it stick.

What does drawing mean?

verb

  1. To move or develop something.
  2. To exert or experience force.

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Words that rhyme with drawing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

clawingbaaingseesawingwithdrawingoutlawingtawingflawingredrawingwhipsawing

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "drawing"?▾

"Drawing" has 2 syllables: draw · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "drawing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "drawing" is /ˈdɹɔ.(w)ɪŋ(ɡ)/.

What does "drawing" mean?▾

Drawing: To move or develop something.

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