How to Pronounce Beginnings

To pronounce "beginnings", say BEG-inn-ings — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

BEG-inn-ings

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💡 Tip for remembering “beginnings”

"beginnings" has 3 syllables: beg-inn-ings. It rhymes with underpinnings and winnings, if that helps it stick.

What does beginnings mean?

noun

The act of doing that which begins anything; commencement of an action, state, or space of time; entrance into being or upon a course; the first act, effort, or state of a succession of acts or states.
That which is begun; a rudiment or element.

Synonyms

commencing start starting head commencement origin source

Antonyms

conclusion end

Words that rhyme with beginnings

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

underpinnings winnings innings printings

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "beginnings"?▾

"Beginnings" has 3 syllables: beg · inn · ings.

What does "beginnings" mean?▾

Beginnings: The act of doing that which begins anything; commencement of an action, state, or space of time; entrance into being or upon a course; the first act, effort, or state of a succession of acts or states.

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