How to Pronounce Do-nothing

To pronounce "do-nothing", say DON-oth-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

DON-oth-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “do-nothing”

"do-nothing" has 3 syllables: don-oth-ing.

What does do-nothing mean?

noun

  1. A lazy person.

adjective

  1. (attributive) doing nothing, not taking any action.

Synonyms

do-naughtfaineantslacker

Related words

irresponsibleidlerlayaboutloaferbumdoerlesspassivenothingless

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "do-nothing"?▾

"Do-nothing" has 3 syllables: don · oth · ing.

What does "do-nothing" mean?▾

Do-nothing: A lazy person.

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