How to Pronounce Puckering

To pronounce "puckering", say PUCK-er-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

9

Letters

PUCK-er-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “puckering”

"puckering" has 3 syllables: puck-er-ing. It rhymes with succoring and liquoring, if that helps it stick.

What does puckering mean?

verb

  1. To pinch or wrinkle; to squeeze inwardly, to dimple or fold.

noun

  1. A fold or pinched bunch of fabric caused by the shrinkage of one layer among many.

Words that rhyme with puckering

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

succoringliquoringsuckering

Related words

crumplerumpletuckruckknitgatherdrawcockle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "puckering"?▾

"Puckering" has 3 syllables: puck · er · ing.

What does "puckering" mean?▾

Puckering: To pinch or wrinkle; to squeeze inwardly, to dimple or fold.

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