How to Pronounce Dry-cleaning

To pronounce "dry-cleaning", say DRYCLEAN-ing — 2 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

DRYCLEAN-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “dry-cleaning”

"dry-cleaning" has 2 syllables: dryclean-ing.

What does dry-cleaning mean?

verb

  1. To clean clothes or other fabrics through a process that uses solvents and specialized equipment instead of using water.

noun

  1. The process of cleaning clothes and other fabrics without using water, instead using solvents and specialized equipment.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dry-cleaning"?▾

"Dry-cleaning" has 2 syllables: dryclean · ing.

What does "dry-cleaning" mean?▾

Dry-cleaning: To clean clothes or other fabrics through a process that uses solvents and specialized equipment instead of using water.

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