English Word · Intermediate
knocking
The act of striking a surface, or the sound made by it
Pronunciation: /ˈnɑkɪŋ/
Meaning
The act of striking a surface, or the sound made by it.
Example
The knocking at the door woke everyone in the house.
The knocking at the door woke everyone in the house.
Practice tips
- Practice knocking out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.