How to Pronounce Fostering

To pronounce "fostering", say FOST-er-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

9

Letters

FOST-er-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “fostering”

"fostering" has 3 syllables: fost-er-ing.

What does fostering mean?

verb

  1. To nurture or bring up offspring, or to provide similar parental care to an unrelated child.
  2. To cultivate and grow something.

    “Our company fosters an appreciation for the arts.”

noun

  1. Raising someone to be an accepted member of the community.
  2. Encouragement; aiding the development of something

Synonyms

breedingbringing upfosteragenurtureraisingrearingupbring

Antonyms

hinder

Related words

fosterageupbringingrearingnurtureraisingbreedingnurturingaccompany

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fostering"?▾

"Fostering" has 3 syllables: fost · er · ing.

What does "fostering" mean?▾

Fostering: To nurture or bring up offspring, or to provide similar parental care to an unrelated child.

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