How to pronounce cowling
Say it like KOW-ling. Cowling has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOW).
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- KOW
- ling
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cowling 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.
- lingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of cowling
American and British speakers say cowling in essentially the same way: /ˈkaʊlɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈkaʊlɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: KOW-ling.
What does cowling mean?
- A young or little cow; calf.
- A removable protective covering for the engine of an aircraft, motorcycle, etc.
- present participle and gerund of cowl How to pronounce cowl
Where does cowling come from?
From cow + -ling.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with cowling
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cowling.
Questions about saying cowling
How do you pronounce cowling?
Say KOW-ling. The American pronunciation is /ˈkaʊlɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈkaʊlɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cowling?
Cowling has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOW). Broken into parts: KOW · ling.
Do Americans and Brits say cowling the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkaʊlɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈkaʊlɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.