mooing
Beginner (A1)
IPA: /ˈmuːɪŋ/
KK: /muːɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The sound made by a cow, often described as a low, deep noise.
Example
The cow was mooing loudly in the field.
Conversation
Did you hear that mooing from the farm nearby?
Yeah, it was so loud! It reminded me of my childhood visits to the countryside.
I love the sound of mooing cows; it feels so peaceful.
Absolutely! It really brings back good memories.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
bellow
call
sound
Antonyms
silence
quiet
stillness
verb
Definition
The action of making the sound that a cow makes.
Example
The cow was mooing loudly in the field.
Tense Forms
Past: mooed
Past Participle: mooed
Conversation
Did you hear that cow mooing outside this morning?
Yeah, it was so loud!
I wonder why it was mooing so much today.
Root Explanation
Mooing → The word 'mooing' is derived from 'moo' (an imitative word representing the sound made by cows) and the suffix '-ing' (indicating the action or process of). Therefore, 'mooing' refers to the action of making the sound 'moo' as a cow does.
Memory Tip
Think of the sound that cows make, 'moo', and remember that 'mooing' is simply the action of making that sound.
Visually Confused Words
mooting
mooring
mooning
motoring
moolings
wooing
mozing
mowing