How to Pronounce Earmarking

To pronounce "earmarking", say EARM-ark-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

10

Letters

EARM-ark-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “earmarking”

"earmarking" has 3 syllables: earm-ark-ing. It rhymes with carking and sparking, if that helps it stick.

What does earmarking mean?

verb

  1. To mark (as of sheep) by slitting the ear.
  2. (by extension) To specify or set aside for a particular purpose, to allocate.

    “You can donate to the organization as a whole, or you can earmark your contribution for a particular project.”

noun

  1. An earmark (identifying mark on the ear of an animal).
  2. An earmark (funding designation).

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with earmarking

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "earmarking"?▾

"Earmarking" has 3 syllables: earm · ark · ing.

What does "earmarking" mean?▾

Earmarking: To mark (as of sheep) by slitting the ear.

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