How to Pronounce Pivoting

To pronounce "pivoting", say PIV-ot-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

8

Letters

PIV-ot-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “pivoting”

"pivoting" has 3 syllables: piv-ot-ing. It rhymes with riveting, if that helps it stick.

What does pivoting mean?

verb

  1. To turn on an exact spot.
  2. To make a sudden or swift change in strategy, policy, etc.

noun

  1. A motion by which something pivots.
  2. The pivot-work in a machine.

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Words that rhyme with pivoting

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riveting

Related words

swivelpinrotatingturnturningswivellinglinchpinsluing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pivoting"?▾

"Pivoting" has 3 syllables: piv · ot · ing.

What does "pivoting" mean?▾

Pivoting: To turn on an exact spot.

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