How to Pronounce Hollowing

To pronounce "hollowing", say HOLL-ow-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈhɒləʊɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈhɒləʊɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hollowing”

"hollowing" has 3 syllables: holl-ow-ing. It rhymes with following and wallowing, if that helps it stick.

What does hollowing mean?

verb

  1. To make a hole in something; to excavate

verb

  1. To call or urge by shouting; to hollo.

noun

  1. The act of one who hollows; a cry or shout.

Words that rhyme with hollowing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

followingwallowingswallowingholloing

Related words

sunkencavernousdigholeexcavatecannulartubularreverberant

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hollowing"?▾

"Hollowing" has 3 syllables: holl · ow · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "hollowing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hollowing" is /ˈhɒləʊɪŋ/.

What does "hollowing" mean?▾

Hollowing: To make a hole in something; to excavate

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