How to Pronounce Obstructing

To pronounce "obstructing", say OBSTR-uct-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

11

Letters

OBSTR-uct-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “obstructing”

"obstructing" has 3 syllables: obstr-uct-ing. It rhymes with constructing and reconstructing, if that helps it stick.

What does obstructing mean?

verb

  1. To block or fill (a passage) with obstacles or an obstacle.
  2. To impede, retard, or interfere with; hinder.

    “They obstructed my progress.”

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Words that rhyme with obstructing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

constructingreconstructingconductingabductingductingdeductinginstructingsuperconductingdestructing

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "obstructing"?▾

"Obstructing" has 3 syllables: obstr · uct · ing.

What does "obstructing" mean?▾

Obstructing: To block or fill (a passage) with obstacles or an obstacle.

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