How to Pronounce Loathing

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈləʊðɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “loathing”

"loathing" has 2 syllables: loath-ing.

What does loathing mean?

verb

  1. To detest, hate, revile.

    “I absolutely loathe this place.”

noun

  1. Sense of revulsion, distaste, detestation, extreme hatred or dislike.

    “The man's loathing of his former friend was palpable; you could feel how much he now hated him.”

Synonyms

abhorabominatedespise

Related words

detestationabhorrenceodiumabominationexecrationrevulsionhatehatred

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "loathing"?▾

"Loathing" has 2 syllables: loath · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "loathing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "loathing" is /ˈləʊðɪŋ/.

What does "loathing" mean?▾

Loathing: To detest, hate, revile.

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