How to Pronounce Strengthening

To pronounce "strengthening", say STRENGTH-en-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

13

Letters

STRENGTH-en-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “strengthening”

"strengthening" has 3 syllables: strength-en-ing. It rhymes with lengthening, if that helps it stick.

What does strengthening mean?

verb

  1. To make strong or stronger; to add strength to; to increase the strength of; to fortify.

    “strengthen a muscle”

  2. To empower; to give moral strength to; to encourage; to enhearten.

noun

  1. The process by which something is strengthened.

Antonyms

atrophyweaken

Words that rhyme with strengthening

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lengthening

Related words

invigoratingfortifyingfortificationreinforceenhancedimprovementimprovedimproving

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "strengthening"?▾

"Strengthening" has 3 syllables: strength · en · ing.

What does "strengthening" mean?▾

Strengthening: To make strong or stronger; to add strength to; to increase the strength of; to fortify.

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