How to Pronounce Importuning

To pronounce "importuning", say IMP-ort-un-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

IMP-ort-un-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “importuning”

"importuning" has 4 syllables: imp-ort-un-ing.

What does importuning mean?

verb

  1. To bother, trouble, irritate.
  2. To harass with persistent requests.

noun

  1. The act by which somebody is importuned; pleading harassment.

Related words

insistpestermentpesteringplaguingworryingharassingharassmentbedevilling

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "importuning"?▾

"Importuning" has 4 syllables: imp · ort · un · ing.

What does "importuning" mean?▾

Importuning: To bother, trouble, irritate.

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