How to Pronounce Taunting

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

TAUNT-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “taunting”

"taunting" has 2 syllables: taunt-ing. It rhymes with daunting and wanting, if that helps it stick.

What does taunting mean?

verb

  1. To make fun of (someone); to goad (a person) into responding, often in an aggressive manner.

noun

  1. The act of one who taunts.

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Words that rhyme with taunting

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dauntingwantinghauntingflauntingjauntingvauntingquantong

Related words

gibelikemockingjeeringderisivedisrespectfultwittingteasingkidding

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "taunting"?▾

"Taunting" has 2 syllables: taunt · ing.

What does "taunting" mean?▾

Taunting: To make fun of (someone); to goad (a person) into responding, often in an aggressive manner.

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