How to Pronounce Entrenching

To pronounce "entrenching", say ENTR-ench-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

11

Letters

ENTR-ench-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “entrenching”

"entrenching" has 3 syllables: entr-ench-ing. It rhymes with clenching and quenching, if that helps it stick.

What does entrenching mean?

verb

  1. To dig or excavate a trench; to trench.
  2. To surround or provide with a trench, especially for defense; to dig in.

    “The army entrenched its camp, or entrenched itself.”

Synonyms

trenchconsolidatedig in

Words that rhyme with entrenching

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

clenchingquenchingwrenchingtrenchingbenchingdrenchingretrenchingblenchingwenching

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "entrenching"?▾

"Entrenching" has 3 syllables: entr · ench · ing.

What does "entrenching" mean?▾

Entrenching: To dig or excavate a trench; to trench.

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