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