How to Pronounce Life-long

To pronounce "life-long", say LIF-el-ong — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

LIF-el-ong

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💡 Tip for remembering “life-long”

"life-long" has 3 syllables: lif-el-ong.

What does life-long mean?

adjective

  1. Extending for the entire duration of life.

    “They were lifelong friends; they met in elementary school and ended their lives in the same rest home.”

Related words

long-timelongtermlonglastinglonglivedyear-longlongstandinglongaevousdecadelong

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "life-long"?▾

"Life-long" has 3 syllables: lif · el · ong.

What does "life-long" mean?▾

Life-long: Extending for the entire duration of life.

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