How to Pronounce Lemmings

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

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Letters

LEMM-ings

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💡 Tip for remembering “lemmings”

"lemmings" has 2 syllables: lemm-ings. It rhymes with flemings and hemmings, if that helps it stick.

What does lemmings mean?

noun

  1. A small Arctic and Subarctic rodent from any of six genera of similar rodents.
  2. Any member of a group given to conformity or groupthink, especially a group poised to follow a leader off a cliff.

Words that rhyme with lemmings

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flemingshemmings

Related words

collaredlemmusmorphsleanderpuggsy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lemmings"?▾

"Lemmings" has 2 syllables: lemm · ings.

What does "lemmings" mean?▾

Lemmings: A small Arctic and Subarctic rodent from any of six genera of similar rodents.

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