How to Pronounce Foundering

To pronounce "foundering", say FOUND-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

10

Letters

FOUND-er-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “foundering”

"foundering" has 3 syllables: found-er-ing. It rhymes with floundering, if that helps it stick.

What does foundering mean?

verb

  1. Of a ship, to fill with water and sink.
  2. To fall; to stumble and go lame, as a horse.

noun

  1. The act by which a vessel founders.

Words that rhyme with foundering

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floundering

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "foundering"?▾

"Foundering" has 3 syllables: found · er · ing.

What does "foundering" mean?▾

Foundering: Of a ship, to fill with water and sink.

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