How to Pronounce Henpecking

To pronounce "henpecking", say HENP-eck-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

HENP-eck-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “henpecking”

"henpecking" has 3 syllables: henp-eck-ing.

What does henpecking mean?

verb

  1. (chiefly by a wife) To nag persistently.

noun

  1. An instance of somebody being henpecked; nagging.

Related words

submissivedominatedhenpeckerypeckingpecknagginghecklingpegging

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "henpecking"?▾

"Henpecking" has 3 syllables: henp · eck · ing.

What does "henpecking" mean?▾

Henpecking: (chiefly by a wife) To nag persistently.

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