How to Pronounce Languishing

To pronounce "languishing", say LANG-uish-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

11

Letters

LANG-uish-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “languishing”

"languishing" has 3 syllables: lang-uish-ing. It rhymes with anguishing, if that helps it stick.

What does languishing mean?

verb

  1. To lose strength and become weak; to be in a state of weakness or sickness.
  2. To pine away in longing for something; to have low spirits, especially from lovesickness.

    “He languished without his girlfriend”

noun

  1. The act of one who languishes.

adjective

  1. Lacking of vigor or spirit.

Words that rhyme with languishing

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "languishing"?▾

"Languishing" has 3 syllables: lang · uish · ing.

What does "languishing" mean?▾

Languishing: To lose strength and become weak; to be in a state of weakness or sickness.

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