How to Pronounce Restraining

To pronounce "restraining", say RESTR-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

RESTR-ain-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “restraining”

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

What does restraining mean?

verb

  1. To control or keep in check.
  2. To deprive of liberty.

noun

  1. The act by which someone or something is restrained.

Synonyms

checklimitrestrainwithstrainconfinedetain

Words that rhyme with restraining

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

waningpertainingstrainingfeigningsustainingtrainingreigningmaintainingremainingcomplainingretainingentertaining

Related words

restrictlimitconfineholdcumberencumberconstrainkeep

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "restraining"?▾

"Restraining" has 3 syllables: restr · ain · ing.

What does "restraining" mean?▾

Restraining: To control or keep in check.

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