How to Pronounce Lessening

To pronounce "lessening", say LESS-en-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

LESS-en-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “lessening”

"lessening" has 3 syllables: less-en-ing. It rhymes with lessoning, if that helps it stick.

What does lessening mean?

verb

  1. To make less; to diminish; to reduce.
  2. To become less.

noun

  1. A growing lesser; reduction or decrease.

Words that rhyme with lessening

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lessoning

Related words

decreasedrop-offdecreasingdiminutionminimizediminishingreducedattenuation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lessening"?▾

"Lessening" has 3 syllables: less · en · ing.

What does "lessening" mean?▾

Lessening: To make less; to diminish; to reduce.

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