turning
nounHow many syllables in turning?
There are 2 syllables in the word turning.Divide turning into syllables:
turn · ing
How to pronounce turning:
Definition of turning:
- turning (noun):
- the act or course of one that turns
- the point where such a way turns off
- act of changing in practice or custom.
Synonyms for turning:
change of course
crossroads
deflection
deflexion
deviation
digression
divagation
diversion
exit
junction
kick turn
left
right
side road
stem
stem turn
swerve
swerving
telemark
turn
turn-off
veering
version
Antonyms for turning:
being
continuing to be
letting go
making well
remaining
staying
steadying
straightening
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