How to Pronounce Flowing

To pronounce "flowing", say FLOW-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfləʊ.ɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈfləʊ.ɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flowing”

"flowing" has 2 syllables: flow-ing. It rhymes with easygoing and ongoing, if that helps it stick.

What does flowing mean?

verb

To move as a fluid from one position to another.
“Rivers flow from springs and lakes.”
To proceed; to issue forth.
“Wealth flows from industry and economy.”

noun

The action of the verb to flow
“the flowing of the river”

adjective

Tending to flow.
Moving, proceeding or shaped smoothly, gracefully, or continuously.
“a flowing dress”

Synonyms

fluent streaming

Words that rhyme with flowing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

easygoing ongoing glowing crowing growing outgoing foregoing forgoing unknowing overflowing blowing seagoing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flowing"?▾

"Flowing" has 2 syllables: flow · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "flowing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flowing" is /ˈfləʊ.ɪŋ/.

What does "flowing" mean?▾

Flowing: To move as a fluid from one position to another.

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