How to Pronounce Supplanting

To pronounce "supplanting", say SUPPL-ant-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

11

Letters

SUPPL-ant-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “supplanting”

"supplanting" has 3 syllables: suppl-ant-ing. It rhymes with enchanting and granting, if that helps it stick.

What does supplanting mean?

verb

  1. To take the place of; to replace, to supersede.

    “Will online dictionaries ever supplant paper dictionaries?”

  2. To uproot, to remove violently.

Synonyms

uprootwrenchdethroneoustreplacesupersedetake over

Words that rhyme with supplanting

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

enchantinggrantingrantingcantingplantingbantengslantingtransplantingdecantingimplantingrecantinganting

Related words

displacementreplacingsupersedingsupercessionsurrogationreplaceesupersedureunderreplacement

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "supplanting"?▾

"Supplanting" has 3 syllables: suppl · ant · ing.

What does "supplanting" mean?▾

Supplanting: To take the place of; to replace, to supersede.

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