How to Pronounce Refraining

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

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Letters

REFR-ain-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “refraining”

"refraining" has 3 syllables: refr-ain-ing. It rhymes with waning and pertaining, if that helps it stick.

What does refraining mean?

verb

  1. To hold back, to restrain (someone or something).
  2. To show restraint; to hold oneself back.

noun

  1. The act of one who refrains from doing something.

Words that rhyme with refraining

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

waningpertainingstrainingfeigningsustainingtrainingreigningmaintainingremainingcomplainingretainingentertaining

Related words

forbeardesistabstainforebearchorusabstentionavoidingdissuading

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "refraining"?▾

"Refraining" has 3 syllables: refr · ain · ing.

What does "refraining" mean?▾

Refraining: To hold back, to restrain (someone or something).

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