How to Pronounce Jollying

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

JOLLY-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “jollying”

"jollying" has 2 syllables: jolly-ing. It rhymes with volleying and dollying, if that helps it stick.

What does jollying mean?

verb

  1. To amuse or divert.

noun

  1. The act of one who jollies; amusement; diversion.

Words that rhyme with jollying

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

volleyingdollying

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "jollying"?▾

"Jollying" has 2 syllables: jolly · ing.

What does "jollying" mean?▾

Jollying: To amuse or divert.

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