How to Pronounce Molding

To pronounce "molding", say MOLD-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈməʊl.dɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈməʊl.dɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “molding”

"molding" has 2 syllables: mold-ing. It rhymes with scolding and holding, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: moulding — easy to mix up when writing.

What does molding mean?

verb

  1. To shape in or on a mold; to form into a particular shape; to give shape to.
  2. To guide or determine the growth or development of; influence

verb

  1. To cause to become moldy; to cause mold to grow upon.
  2. To become moldy; to be covered or filled, in whole or in part, with a mold.

verb

  1. To cover with mold or soil.

Words that rhyme with molding

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scoldingholdingwithholdingupholdingunfoldingbeholdinghandholdingfoldingshareholdinglandholdingmouldinggolding

Related words

mouldmouldingmodelingbordercastingogeemountframework

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "molding"?▾

"Molding" has 2 syllables: mold · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "molding"?▾

The IPA transcription of "molding" is /ˈməʊl.dɪŋ/.

What does "molding" mean?▾

Molding: To shape in or on a mold; to form into a particular shape; to give shape to.

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