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Pouring

🇬🇧 UK //ˈpɔːrɪŋ// 🇺🇸 US //ˈpɔrɪŋ//

Meaning of Pouring

The action of causing a liquid to flow from one container to another.

In simple words: To make a liquid flow from one container to another.

Pouring in a sentence

• She was pouring coffee into the cups.
• It started pouring rain unexpectedly.
• He carefully poured the wine into the glass.

How to use Pouring

Use 'pouring' when describing how liquids are transferred. In informal contexts, it can describe excessive rainfall.

Grammar pattern

pour + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'poor' person spilling a drink, that's 'pouring'.

Related words

Collocations with Pouring

• pouring rain
• pouring tea
• pouring oil

Synonyms for Pouring

• spill
• drain
• serve
• transfer
• decant

Opposites of Pouring

• collect
• gather

Common mistakes with Pouring

• Confusing with 'pour' and 'pore' (body part)
• Using 'pour' without an object
• Incorrectly spelling as 'poreing'

Frequently asked questions about Pouring

What does Pouring mean?

To make a liquid flow from one container to another.

What is the definition of Pouring?

The action of causing a liquid to flow from one container to another.

How do you use Pouring in a sentence?

She was pouring coffee into the cups.

Can you give another example of Pouring?

It started pouring rain unexpectedly.

What are synonyms for Pouring?

Common alternatives include spill, drain, serve, transfer, decant.

What is the opposite of Pouring?

Opposite meanings include collect, gather.

What words go with Pouring?

It commonly pairs with pouring rain, pouring tea, pouring oil.

What are common mistakes when using Pouring?

Confusing with 'pour' and 'pore' (body part) Using 'pour' without an object Incorrectly spelling as 'poreing'

How do you pronounce Pouring?

US: //ˈpɔrɪŋ//, UK: //ˈpɔːrɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Pouring?

Use 'pouring' when describing how liquids are transferred. In informal contexts, it can describe excessive rainfall.