To pronounce "postponing", say POSTP-on-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
postponing
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POSTP-on-ing
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"postponing" has 3 syllables: postp-on-ing. It rhymes with boning and droning, if that helps it stick.
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"Postponing" has 3 syllables: postp · on · ing.
Postponing: To delay or put off an event, appointment etc.
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