How to Pronounce Slathering

To pronounce "slathering", say SLATH-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

10

Letters

SLATH-er-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “slathering”

"slathering" has 3 syllables: slath-er-ing. It rhymes with gathering and lathering, if that helps it stick.

What does slathering mean?

verb

  1. To spread something thickly on something else; to coat well.

    “I slathered jam on my toast.”

  2. (often followed by with) To apply generously upon.

    “I slathered my toast with jam.”

noun

  1. The act of spreading thickly.

Words that rhyme with slathering

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gatheringlathering

Related words

smearingschmeargrossificationlardingconspissationthickeningspreadlorication

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "slathering"?▾

"Slathering" has 3 syllables: slath · er · ing.

What does "slathering" mean?▾

Slathering: To spread something thickly on something else; to coat well.

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