How to Pronounce Hongi

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

hongi

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

HONG-i

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💡 Tip for remembering “hongi”

"hongi" has 2 syllables: hong-i. It rhymes with conge and pongy, if that helps it stick.

What does hongi mean?

noun

  1. The Maori greeting of touching noses.

verb

  1. To perform the Maori greeting of touching noses.

Words that rhyme with hongi

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

congepongysongyprongylongimaungytwangycongiijumanjisolangisonji

Related words

pohirikohakarangatangihanganamaskarhakahakaritikanga

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hongi"?▾

"Hongi" has 2 syllables: hong · i.

What does "hongi" mean?▾

Hongi: The Maori greeting of touching noses.

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