How to pronounce clawing
Say it like KLAW-ing. Clawing has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLAW).
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US American/ˈklɔɪŋ/KLAW-ing
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- KLAW
- ing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clawing pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- ingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
What does clawing mean?
verb
- present participle and gerund of claw How to pronounce claw
- A scratch with the claws.
- Causing a visceral sensation of panic or terror.
Words that rhyme with clawing
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Questions about saying clawing
How do you pronounce clawing?
Say KLAW-ing. The American pronunciation is /ˈklɔɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clawing?
Clawing has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLAW). Broken into parts: KLAW · ing.