To pronounce "cavilling", say CAV-ill-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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CAV-ill-ing
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"cavilling" has 3 syllables: cav-ill-ing. It rhymes with sniveling and snivelling, if that helps it stick.
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"Cavilling" has 3 syllables: cav · ill · ing.
Cavilling: To criticise for petty or frivolous reasons.
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