How to Pronounce Slivering

To pronounce "slivering", say SLIV-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

9

Letters

SLIV-er-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “slivering”

"slivering" has 3 syllables: sliv-er-ing. It rhymes with uncovering and discovering, if that helps it stick.

What does slivering mean?

verb

  1. To cut or divide into long, thin pieces, or into very small pieces; to cut or rend lengthwise; to slit.

    “to sliver wood”

Words that rhyme with slivering

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uncoveringdiscoveringcoveringrecoveringhoveringloveringlivering

Related words

splinterflindersparingshavingslittingslidingslicingslippery

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "slivering"?▾

"Slivering" has 3 syllables: sliv · er · ing.

What does "slivering" mean?▾

Slivering: To cut or divide into long, thin pieces, or into very small pieces; to cut or rend lengthwise; to slit.

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