How to Pronounce Warning

To pronounce "warning", say WARN-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈwɔːnɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈwɔːnɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “warning”

"warning" has 2 syllables: warn-ing. It rhymes with mourning and forewarning, if that helps it stick.

What does warning mean?

verb

To make (someone) aware of (something impending); especially:
To caution or admonish (someone) against unwise or unacceptable behaviour.
“Don't let me catch you running in the corridor again, I warn you.”

noun

The action of the verb warn; an instance of warning someone.
Something spoken or written that is intended to warn.
“The boss gave him a warning that he would be fired if he did not desist from his behaviour.”

interjection

Used to warn of danger in signs and notices.

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Words that rhyme with warning

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

mourning forewarning morning scorning adorning midmorning hornung corning goodmorning horning

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "warning"?▾

"Warning" has 2 syllables: warn · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "warning"?▾

The IPA transcription of "warning" is /ˈwɔːnɪŋ/.

What does "warning" mean?▾

Warning: To make (someone) aware of (something impending); especially:

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