How to Pronounce Lingered

To pronounce "lingered", say LING-er-ed — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈlɪŋɡəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

lingered

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈlɪŋɡəd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “lingered”

"lingered" has 3 syllables: ling-er-ed. It rhymes with fingered and lingard, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: lingard — easy to mix up when writing.

What does lingered mean?

verb

To stay or remain in a place or situation, especially as if unwilling to depart or not easily able to do so; to loiter.
To remain alive or existent although still proceeding toward death or extinction; to die gradually.

Synonyms

abide tarry

Words that rhyme with lingered

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fingered lingard wingard

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lingered"?▾

"Lingered" has 3 syllables: ling · er · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "lingered"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lingered" is /ˈlɪŋɡəd/.

What does "lingered" mean?▾

Lingered: To stay or remain in a place or situation, especially as if unwilling to depart or not easily able to do so; to loiter.

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