How to Pronounce Wounding

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

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WOUND-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “wounding”

"wounding" has 2 syllables: wound-ing.

What does wounding mean?

verb

  1. To hurt or injure (someone) by cutting, piercing, or tearing the skin.

    “The police officer wounded the suspect during the fight that ensued.”

  2. To hurt (a person's feelings).

    “The actor's pride was wounded when the leading role went to his rival.”

noun

  1. The act of inflicting a wound.
  2. An instance of being wounded.

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How many syllables are in "wounding"?▾

"Wounding" has 2 syllables: wound · ing.

What does "wounding" mean?▾

Wounding: To hurt or injure (someone) by cutting, piercing, or tearing the skin.

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