How to Pronounce Explaining

To pronounce "explaining", say EXPL-ain-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

EXPL-ain-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “explaining”

"explaining" has 3 syllables: expl-ain-ing. It rhymes with waning and pertaining, if that helps it stick.

What does explaining mean?

verb

  1. To make plain, manifest, or intelligible; to clear of obscurity; to illustrate the meaning of.

    “To explain a chapter of the Bible.”

  2. To give a valid excuse for past behavior.

noun

  1. Explanation

    “You've got some explaining to do!”

Synonyms

elaborateexpoundrecce

Words that rhyme with explaining

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

waningpertainingstrainingfeigningsustainingtrainingreigningmaintainingremainingcomplainingretainingentertaining

Related words

explicateexcuseexplanationclarifyingspecifyingclarifiednotingdeclaring

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "explaining"?▾

"Explaining" has 3 syllables: expl · ain · ing.

What does "explaining" mean?▾

Explaining: To make plain, manifest, or intelligible; to clear of obscurity; to illustrate the meaning of.

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