How to Pronounce Sneering

To pronounce "sneering", say SNEER-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

SNEER-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “sneering”

"sneering" has 2 syllables: sneer-ing. It rhymes with domineering and engineering, if that helps it stick.

What does sneering mean?

verb

  1. To raise a corner of the upper lip slightly, especially in scorn
  2. To utter with a grimace or contemptuous expression; to say sneeringly.

    “"Now here's someone who should attend privilege workshops," sneered she.”

noun

  1. The act of one who sneers.

Words that rhyme with sneering

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

domineeringengineeringpioneeringtearingrearingperseveringveeringclearingsteeringshearingappearingcheering

Related words

snideleersuperciliousuncomplimentarymycterismdisdainfulsneerfulmocking

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sneering"?▾

"Sneering" has 2 syllables: sneer · ing.

What does "sneering" mean?▾

Sneering: To raise a corner of the upper lip slightly, especially in scorn

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