How to Pronounce Anguish

To pronounce "anguish", say ANG-uish — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈæŋ.ɡwɪʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

anguish

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈæŋ.ɡwɪʃ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “anguish”

"anguish" has 2 syllables: ang-uish. It rhymes with languish, if that helps it stick.

What does anguish mean?

noun

  1. Extreme pain, either of body or mind; excruciating distress.

Synonyms

agonycalvarycrosspangtormenttorture

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Words that rhyme with anguish

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languish

Related words

paintorturehurttormentagonyordealsufferingangst

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "anguish"?▾

"Anguish" has 2 syllables: ang · uish.

What is the IPA transcription of "anguish"?▾

The IPA transcription of "anguish" is /ˈæŋ.ɡwɪʃ/.

What does "anguish" mean?▾

Anguish: Extreme pain, either of body or mind; excruciating distress.

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