How to Pronounce Shaming

To pronounce "shaming", say SHAM-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈʃeɪm.ɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈʃeɪm.ɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “shaming”

"shaming" has 2 syllables: sham-ing. It rhymes with maiming and flaming, if that helps it stick.

What does shaming mean?

verb

  1. To cause to feel shame.

    “I was shamed by the teacher's public disapproval.”

  2. To cover with reproach or ignominy; to dishonor; to disgrace.

noun

  1. The activity by which somebody is shamed.

Synonyms

demeanhumiliateinsultmortify

Antonyms

dignifyhonor

Words that rhyme with shaming

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

maimingflamingframingclaimingproclaimingexclaimingnaminggaminginflamingblaminglamingtaming

Related words

fakefakerdissemblepretendedimposterfeignassumedimpostor

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shaming"?▾

"Shaming" has 2 syllables: sham · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "shaming"?▾

The IPA transcription of "shaming" is /ˈʃeɪm.ɪŋ/.

What does "shaming" mean?▾

Shaming: To cause to feel shame.

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