How to Pronounce Cajoling

To pronounce "cajoling", say CAJ-ol-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

8

Letters

CAJ-ol-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “cajoling”

"cajoling" has 3 syllables: caj-ol-ing. It rhymes with consoling and strolling, if that helps it stick.

What does cajoling mean?

verb

  1. To persuade someone to do something which they are reluctant to do, especially by flattery or promises; to coax.

noun

  1. The act of one who cajoles

    “Threats and cajolings failed to convince her.”

Synonyms

butter upcoaxenticeinveiglesweet-talkwheedle

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Words that rhyme with cajoling

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consolingstrollingyowlingcontrollingextollingtollingrollinggrowlingpollingpatrollingenrollingfoaling

Related words

inveiglewheedlesweet-talkblarneycoaxpalavergoadingfleeching

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cajoling"?▾

"Cajoling" has 3 syllables: caj · ol · ing.

What does "cajoling" mean?▾

Cajoling: To persuade someone to do something which they are reluctant to do, especially by flattery or promises; to coax.

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