How to Pronounce Stepping-stone

To pronounce "stepping-stone", say STEPP-ingst-on-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

14

Letters

STEPP-ingst-on-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “stepping-stone”

"stepping-stone" has 4 syllables: stepp-ingst-on-e.

What does stepping-stone mean?

noun

  1. A stone that can be stepped on in crossing something, especially a marsh or creek.
  2. Something used as a way to progress to something or somewhere else.

Synonyms

meansway

Related words

ladderleverspringboardstepprogressstagephasetransitional

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stepping-stone"?▾

"Stepping-stone" has 4 syllables: stepp · ingst · on · e.

What does "stepping-stone" mean?▾

Stepping-stone: A stone that can be stepped on in crossing something, especially a marsh or creek.

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