How to Pronounce Dissuading

To pronounce "dissuading", say DISS-uad-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

10

Letters

DISS-uad-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “dissuading”

"dissuading" has 3 syllables: diss-uad-ing.

What does dissuading mean?

verb

  1. To convince not to try or do.

    “Jane dissuaded Martha from committing suicide.”

noun

  1. A dissuasion.

Antonyms

persuade

Related words

deterrefrainingdiscouragingretreatingdeterringdissuasiondisswasiondissuasive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dissuading"?▾

"Dissuading" has 3 syllables: diss · uad · ing.

What does "dissuading" mean?▾

Dissuading: To convince not to try or do.

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