How to Pronounce Agonies

To pronounce "agonies", say AG-on-ies — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæ.ɡə.niːz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈæ.ɡə.niːz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “agonies”

"agonies" has 3 syllables: ag-on-ies.

What does agonies mean?

noun

  1. Extreme pain.
  2. The sufferings of Jesus Christ in the garden of Gethsemane.

Synonyms

anguishdistresspangsufferingthroetorment

Antonyms

ecstasy

Related words

anxietiesdepredationsevilshorrorspainspangsravagessuffering

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "agonies"?▾

"Agonies" has 3 syllables: ag · on · ies.

What is the IPA transcription of "agonies"?▾

The IPA transcription of "agonies" is /ˈæ.ɡə.niːz/.

What does "agonies" mean?▾

Agonies: Extreme pain.

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