How to Pronounce Pouting

To pronounce "pouting", say POUT-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpaʊtɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈpaʊtɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pouting”

"pouting" has 2 syllables: pout-ing. It rhymes with doubting and flouting, if that helps it stick.

What does pouting mean?

verb

To push out one's lips.
To thrust itself outward; to be prominent.

verb

To shoot poults.

noun

An expression or motion that pouts; a pout.

Synonyms

moue

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Words that rhyme with pouting

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doubting flouting touting shouting spouting sprouting outtongue routing grouting clouting rerouting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pouting"?▾

"Pouting" has 2 syllables: pout · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "pouting"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pouting" is /ˈpaʊtɪŋ/.

What does "pouting" mean?▾

Pouting: To push out one's lips.

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