How many syllables in smothering?

There are 3 syllables in the word smothering.

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Divide smothering into syllables:

smoth · er · ing

How to pronounce smothering:

Definition of smothering:

smothering (verb):: to kill by depriving of air

Synonyms for smothering:

close stuffy tropic drenched tropical moist heavy soaked suffocating soaking

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Antonyms for smothering:

permission incontinence expression allowance liberation aid assistance help

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