How to Pronounce Havering

To pronounce "havering", say HAV-er-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈheɪvəɹɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈheɪvəɹɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “havering”

"havering" has 3 syllables: hav-er-ing.

What does havering mean?

verb

  1. To hem and haw
  2. To talk foolishly; to chatter.

adjective

  1. Hesitant; indecisive.
  2. Long-winded

Synonyms

babblehaivermaunder

Related words

bowerhesitatoryheadishhastishhazardedhedgewardhastefulhawkist

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "havering"?▾

"Havering" has 3 syllables: hav · er · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "havering"?▾

The IPA transcription of "havering" is /ˈheɪvəɹɪŋ/.

What does "havering" mean?▾

Havering: To hem and haw

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