How to pronounce weaning
Say it like WEE-ning. Weaning has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WEE).
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- WEE
- ning
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Weaning pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- ningKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of weaning
American and British speakers say weaning in essentially the same way: /ˈwinɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈwiːnɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: WEE-ning.
What does weaning mean?
- present participle and gerund of wean How to pronounce wean
- The (passive) process of a child or animal ceasing to be dependent on the mother for nourishment.
Words that rhyme with weaning
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of weaning.
Questions about saying weaning
How do you pronounce weaning?
Say WEE-ning. The American pronunciation is /ˈwinɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈwiːnɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in weaning?
Weaning has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WEE). Broken into parts: WEE · ning.
Do Americans and Brits say weaning the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈwinɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈwiːnɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.