How to Pronounce Hovering

To pronounce "hovering", say HOV-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

8

Letters

HOV-er-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “hovering”

"hovering" has 3 syllables: hov-er-ing. It rhymes with uncovering and discovering, if that helps it stick.

What does hovering mean?

verb

  1. To float in the air.

    “The hummingbird hovered by the plant.”

  2. To linger or hang in one place, especially in an uncertain manner.

    “His pen hovered above the paper.”

noun

  1. The act of one who hovers.

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Words that rhyme with hovering

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uncoveringdiscoveringcoveringrecoveringloveringsliveringlivering

Related words

levitateloomlingervacillatebroodglidingfloatingabove

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hovering"?▾

"Hovering" has 3 syllables: hov · er · ing.

What does "hovering" mean?▾

Hovering: To float in the air.

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