How to Pronounce Shadowboxing

To pronounce "shadowboxing", say SHAD-owb-ox-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

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Letters

SHAD-owb-ox-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “shadowboxing”

"shadowboxing" has 4 syllables: shad-owb-ox-ing.

What does shadowboxing mean?

verb

  1. To practice moves without an actual opponent, often in front of a mirror.

noun

  1. A form of solo exercise, involving throwing punches at the air, and not at an opponent.

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How many syllables are in "shadowboxing"?▾

"Shadowboxing" has 4 syllables: shad · owb · ox · ing.

What does "shadowboxing" mean?▾

Shadowboxing: To practice moves without an actual opponent, often in front of a mirror.

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