How to Pronounce Upwelling

To pronounce "upwelling", say UPW-ell-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

9

Letters

UPW-ell-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “upwelling”

"upwelling" has 3 syllables: upw-ell-ing.

What does upwelling mean?

verb

  1. (of a fluid) To rise from a lower source; to well up.

noun

  1. An upward movement from a lower source.
  2. The oceanographic phenomenon that occurs when strong, usually seasonal, winds push water away from the coast, bringing cold, nutrient-rich deep waters up to the surface

Antonyms

downwelling

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "upwelling"?▾

"Upwelling" has 3 syllables: upw · ell · ing.

What does "upwelling" mean?▾

Upwelling: (of a fluid) To rise from a lower source; to well up.

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