wondering
/ˈwʌndərɪŋ/
feeling curiosity or doubt
📚 Meanings
- 1.
Used to express curiosity about a fact or situation, wanting to know about it, or being in the process of thinking about it with doubt.
"I'm wondering what time the meeting starts."
- 2.
Used to indicate that one is deeply thinking about or considering something, especially when politely asking a question or making a suggestion, often in forms like 'I was wondering if...'
"I was wondering if you'd like to join us for lunch."
- 1.
(Of an expression, gaze, etc.) Clearly showing signs of puzzlement or curiosity. (Mainly used before a noun)
"She gave him a wondering look."
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I was just wondering if you're free for dinner tonight.
I was just wondering if you're free for dinner tonight.
Many people are wondering about the impact of AI on society.
Many people are wondering about the impact of AI on society.
He spent the afternoon wondering about the meaning of life.
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How do you pronounce wondering?
wondering is pronounced [/ˈwʌndərɪŋ/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does wondering mean?
wondering means "feeling curiosity or doubt". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is wondering?
wondering is a Intermediate-level word.
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Example: "I was just wondering if you're free for dinner tonight." — used to mean "feeling curiosity or doubt".
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