How to Pronounce Withering

To pronounce "withering", say WITH-er-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

WITH-er-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “withering”

"withering" has 3 syllables: with-er-ing. It rhymes with dithering and slithering, if that helps it stick.

What does withering mean?

verb

  1. To shrivel, droop or dry up, especially from lack of water.
  2. To cause to shrivel or dry up.

verb

  1. To go against, resist; oppose.

noun

  1. The process by which something withers.

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Words that rhyme with withering

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ditheringslithering

Related words

destructivedevastatingannihilativedisrespectfulatrophyannihilatingshrinkingexcruciating

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "withering"?▾

"Withering" has 3 syllables: with · er · ing.

What does "withering" mean?▾

Withering: To shrivel, droop or dry up, especially from lack of water.

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