How to Pronounce Bootlicking

To pronounce "bootlicking", say BOOTL-ick-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

11

Letters

BOOTL-ick-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “bootlicking”

"bootlicking" has 3 syllables: bootl-ick-ing.

What does bootlicking mean?

verb

  1. To seek favor from by fawning, servile behavior.
  2. To engage in fawning, servile behavior.

noun

  1. Servile behaviour

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "bootlicking"?▾

"Bootlicking" has 3 syllables: bootl · ick · ing.

What does "bootlicking" mean?▾

Bootlicking: To seek favor from by fawning, servile behavior.

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