How to Pronounce Lazing

To pronounce "lazing", say LAZ-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈleɪzɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈleɪzɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “lazing”

"lazing" has 2 syllables: laz-ing. It rhymes with blazing and amazing, if that helps it stick.

What does lazing mean?

verb

To be lazy, waste time.
To pass time relaxing; to relax, lounge.
“The cat spent the afternoon lazing in the sun.”

Synonyms

idle loaf take it easy

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Words that rhyme with lazing

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blazing amazing grazing gazing phrasing raising praising glazing brazing hazing appraising rasing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lazing"?▾

"Lazing" has 2 syllables: laz · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "lazing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lazing" is /ˈleɪzɪŋ/.

What does "lazing" mean?▾

Lazing: To be lazy, waste time.

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