How to Pronounce Bargaining

To pronounce "bargaining", say BARG-ain-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

BARG-ain-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “bargaining”

"bargaining" has 3 syllables: barg-ain-ing. It rhymes with jargoning, if that helps it stick.

What does bargaining mean?

verb

  1. To make a bargain; to make a deal or contract for the exchange of property or services; to negotiate

    “They had to bargain for a few minutes to get a decent price for the rug.”

  2. To transfer for a consideration; to barter; to trade

noun

  1. The act of one who bargains.

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Words that rhyme with bargaining

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jargoning

Related words

buybartercheapdealstealcut-pricecut-rateinexpensive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bargaining"?▾

"Bargaining" has 3 syllables: barg · ain · ing.

What does "bargaining" mean?▾

Bargaining: To make a bargain; to make a deal or contract for the exchange of property or services; to negotiate

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