How to Pronounce Lowering

To pronounce "lowering", say LOW-er-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈlaʊərɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

lowering

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈlaʊərɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “lowering”

"lowering" has 3 syllables: low-er-ing. It rhymes with goering, if that helps it stick.

What does lowering mean?

noun

  1. The act of one who, or that which, lours.

adjective

  1. (of sky or environment) Dark and menacing.
  2. That lowers or frowns.

Synonyms

frowninggloomygloweringscowlingsullenthreatening

Words that rhyme with lowering

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

goering

Related words

threateningheavysullencloudysubsidingdecreasedecliningdwindling

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lowering"?▾

"Lowering" has 3 syllables: low · er · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "lowering"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lowering" is /ˈlaʊərɪŋ/.

What does "lowering" mean?▾

Lowering: The act of one who, or that which, lours.

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