How to Pronounce Jeering

To pronounce "jeering", say JEER-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

7

Letters

JEER-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “jeering”

"jeering" has 2 syllables: jeer-ing. It rhymes with endearing and peering, if that helps it stick.

What does jeering mean?

verb

  1. (jeer at) To utter sarcastic or mocking comments; to speak with mockery or derision; to use taunting language.

noun

  1. A mocking utterance.

Synonyms

deridefloutgibemockridiculescoffsneer

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Words that rhyme with jeering

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endearingpeeringhearingfleeringrehearingdisappearingoverhearingceringd-ring

Related words

mockinggibelikemockerytauntingderisivescoffscoffingdisrespectful

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jeering"?▾

"Jeering" has 2 syllables: jeer · ing.

What does "jeering" mean?▾

Jeering: (jeer at) To utter sarcastic or mocking comments; to speak with mockery or derision; to use taunting language.

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