adj

beckoning

BEH-kuh-nihng

Beckoning (adj) means inviting or summoning, especially through a gesture. Example: “She gave a beckoning wave from the doorway.”

adj

Inviting or summoning, especially through a gesture.

"She gave a beckoning wave from the doorway."

How to use beckoning

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe adjective/noun form of "beckon" — a gesture or quality that draws someone in.

Word forms

more beckoning comparative, beckonings plural, most beckoning superlative

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Rhymes for beckoning

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Frequently asked questions

What does “beckoning” mean?

The word “beckoning” means inviting or summoning, especially through a gesture. In plain terms, the adjective/noun form of "beckon" — a gesture or quality that draws someone in.

How do you pronounce “beckoning”?

“Beckoning” is pronounced BEH-kuh-nihng (/ˈbɛkənɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “beckoning” in a sentence?

Here is “beckoning” used in a sentence: “She gave a beckoning wave from the doorway.”

What part of speech is “beckoning”?

“Beckoning” is an adjective.