How to Pronounce Poisoning

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

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3

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9

Letters

POIS-on-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “poisoning”

"poisoning" has 3 syllables: pois-on-ing.

What does poisoning mean?

verb

  1. To use poison to kill or paralyse (somebody).

    “The assassin poisoned the king.”

  2. To pollute; to cause to become poisonous.

    “That factory is poisoning the river.”

noun

  1. The administration of a poison.
  2. The state of being poisoned.

Synonyms

corrupttaintcontaminatepollute

Related words

envenomvenenationtoxicitytoxicbotulismtoxicologydrugptomaine

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "poisoning"?▾

"Poisoning" has 3 syllables: pois · on · ing.

What does "poisoning" mean?▾

Poisoning: To use poison to kill or paralyse (somebody).

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