How to Pronounce Fluctuating

To pronounce "fluctuating", say FLUCT-uat-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

FLUCT-uat-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “fluctuating”

"fluctuating" has 3 syllables: fluct-uat-ing. It rhymes with titillating and captivating, if that helps it stick.

What does fluctuating mean?

verb

  1. To vary irregularly; to swing.
  2. To undulate.

noun

  1. A fluctuation.

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Words that rhyme with fluctuating

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

titillatingcaptivatinggratingdeprecatinginvigoratingexcruciatingexhilaratingfascinatingexasperatingstimulatingdebilitatingoscillating

Related words

unsteadyoscillatingmovementswingshiftingmovingvariabilityvariable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fluctuating"?▾

"Fluctuating" has 3 syllables: fluct · uat · ing.

What does "fluctuating" mean?▾

Fluctuating: To vary irregularly; to swing.

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