How to Pronounce Laddering

To pronounce "laddering", say LADD-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

9

Letters

LADD-er-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “laddering”

"laddering" has 3 syllables: ladd-er-ing.

What does laddering mean?

verb

  1. To arrange or form into a shape of a ladder.
  2. To ascend (a building, a wall, etc.) using a ladder.

noun

  1. A process of soil compaction that serves to break up clods and level a field.

    “ploughings and ladderings”

  2. An interview technique developed in the 1960s in which the interviewer systematically drills down for greater detail at each step.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "laddering"?▾

"Laddering" has 3 syllables: ladd · er · ing.

What does "laddering" mean?▾

Laddering: To arrange or form into a shape of a ladder.

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