Syllables World: Mastering Syllable Identification

How many syllables in Lurking?

lurking has 2 syllables

Split Lurking into syllables?

lurk-ing

Definition of Lurking

to remain hidden or stay in a place unnoticed, especially for an evil or harmful purpose

How should Lurking divide into syllables

There are 2 syllables in 'lurking'. The first syllable 'lurk' has a vowel 'u' and a consonant 'l/r/k'. The second syllable 'ing' has a vowel 'i' and two consonants 'n/g'.

Part of Speech - Lurking

Verb

The cat was lurking in the bushes, waiting to catch a mouse.

Sentences with Lurking

The shark was lurking in the water, waiting for its prey.
The burglar was lurking around the neighborhood, looking for an opportunity to steal.
The monster was lurking in the closet, waiting to scare the child.
The spy was lurking in the shadows, watching the enemy.
The ghost was lurking in the attic, haunting the house.

Quotes with Lurking

'You never know who's lurking in the shadows.' - Unknown
'The devil does not lurk in the shadows. He lives in the details.' - Steven Levitt
'The enemy always seems to be lurking around the corner.' - Sid Haig