How to Pronounce Hang-up

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

HANG-up

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💡 Tip for remembering “hang-up”

"hang-up" has 2 syllables: hang-up. It rhymes with bang-up, if that helps it stick.

What does hang-up mean?

noun

  1. An emotional difficulty or a psychological inhibition; a complex.
  2. An unforeseen obstacle to progress; a hitch.

Words that rhyme with hang-up

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bang-up

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hang-up"?▾

"Hang-up" has 2 syllables: hang · up.

What does "hang-up" mean?▾

Hang-up: An emotional difficulty or a psychological inhibition; a complex.

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