How to Pronounce Hurtling

To pronounce "hurtling", say HURTL-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

HURTL-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “hurtling”

"hurtling" has 2 syllables: hurtl-ing. It rhymes with bertling, if that helps it stick.

What does hurtling mean?

verb

  1. To move rapidly, violently, or without control.

    “Pieces of broken glass hurtled through the air.”

  2. To meet with violence or shock; to clash; to jostle.

noun

  1. The act of something being hurtled or thrown.

Words that rhyme with hurtling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bertling

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hurtling"?▾

"Hurtling" has 2 syllables: hurtl · ing.

What does "hurtling" mean?▾

Hurtling: To move rapidly, violently, or without control.

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