How to Pronounce Hearkening

To pronounce "hearkening", say HEARK-en-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

HEARK-en-ing

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"hearkening" has 3 syllables: heark-en-ing.

What does hearkening mean?

verb

  1. (obsolete except poetic) To hear (something) with attention; to have regard to (something).
  2. To listen; to attend or give heed to what is uttered; to hear with attention, compliance, or obedience.

noun

  1. The act of one who hearkens or listens.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "hearkening"?▾

"Hearkening" has 3 syllables: heark · en · ing.

What does "hearkening" mean?▾

Hearkening: (obsolete except poetic) To hear (something) with attention; to have regard to (something).

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