How to Pronounce Gouging

To pronounce "gouging", say GOUG-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

GOUG-ing

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"gouging" has 2 syllables: goug-ing.

verb

To make a groove, hole, or mark in by scooping with or as if with a gouge.
“Japanese and Chinese printers used to gouge characters in wood.”
To cheat or impose upon; in particular, to charge an unfairly or unreasonably high price.
“The company has no competition, so it tends to gouge its customers.”

noun

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How many syllables are in "gouging"?▾

"Gouging" has 2 syllables: goug · ing.

What does "gouging" mean?▾

Gouging: To make a groove, hole, or mark in by scooping with or as if with a gouge.

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