How many syllables in clanking?

There are 2 syllables in the word clanking.

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Divide clanking into syllables:

clank · ing

How to pronounce clanking:

Definition of clanking:

clanking (noun):: to make a clank or series of clanks

Synonyms for clanking:

chinking

chirping

clacking

clanging

clashing

clattering

clicking

clinking

rattling

sputtering

Antonyms for clanking:

calm

harmoniousness

harmony

mellifluousness

order

peace

quiet

silence

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