How to pronounce clowning
Say it like KLOW-ning. Clowning has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLOW).
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- KLOW
- ning
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clowning pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLOWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- ningKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of clowning
American and British speakers say clowning in essentially the same way: /ˈklaʊnɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈklaʊnɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: KLOW-ning.
What does clowning mean?
- Clownish behavior.
- The practice and study thereof.
- present participle and gerund of clown
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with clowning
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of clowning.
Questions about saying clowning
How do you pronounce clowning?
Say KLOW-ning. The American pronunciation is /ˈklaʊnɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈklaʊnɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clowning?
Clowning has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLOW). Broken into parts: KLOW · ning.
Do Americans and Brits say clowning the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈklaʊnɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈklaʊnɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.