How to pronounce werning
Say it like WUR-ning. Werning has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUR).
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- WUR
- ning
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Werning pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- ningKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of werning
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WUR-ning.
What does werning mean?
- present participle and gerund of wern
Words that rhyme with werning
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of werning.
Questions about saying werning
How do you pronounce werning?
Say WUR-ning. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɝnɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈwɜːnɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in werning?
Werning has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUR). Broken into parts: WUR · ning.
Is werning pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈwɜːnɪŋ/ (WUR-ning).