How to Pronounce Ding-dong

To pronounce "ding-dong", say DINGD-ong — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

DINGD-ong

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💡 Tip for remembering “ding-dong”

"ding-dong" has 2 syllables: dingd-ong.

What does ding-dong mean?

noun

  1. An idiot.

    “My girlfriend's math teacher is a ding dong.”

  2. A penis.

noun

  1. A woman's breast.
  2. A fight, an argument; a set-to.

verb

  1. To ring with two tones, like a bell swinging back and forth.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ding-dong"?▾

"Ding-dong" has 2 syllables: dingd · ong.

What does "ding-dong" mean?▾

Ding-dong: An idiot.

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