How to Pronounce Fouling

To pronounce "fouling", say FOUL-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfaʊlɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈfaʊlɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fouling”

"fouling" has 2 syllables: foul-ing. It rhymes with howling and scowling, if that helps it stick.

What does fouling mean?

verb

  1. To make dirty.

    “She's fouled her diaper.”

  2. To besmirch.

    “He's fouled his reputation.”

noun

  1. The adhesion of a foreign material onto a surface, especially so as to reduce its functionality.

Words that rhyme with fouling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

howlingscowlingprowlingfowlingtowelingcowlingdowlingnowling

Related words

dirtyuncleanfilthysoiledpollutenastyputriddefile

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fouling"?▾

"Fouling" has 2 syllables: foul · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "fouling"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fouling" is /ˈfaʊlɪŋ/.

What does "fouling" mean?▾

Fouling: To make dirty.

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