How to Pronounce Loitering

To pronounce "loitering", say LOIT-er-ing — 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

LOIT-er-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “loitering”

"loitering" has 3 syllables: loit-er-ing.

What does loitering mean?

verb

  1. To stand about without any aim or purpose; to stand about idly.

    “For some reason, they discourage loitering outside the store, but encourage it inside.”

  2. To remain at a certain place instead of moving on.

noun

  1. The action of the verb loiter.

    “a book about my loiterings in Europe”

Synonyms

hang aroundlepak (Malaysia, Singapore)linger

Related words

lurkloungelollygagtarrylingerfootle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "loitering"?▾

"Loitering" has 3 syllables: loit · er · ing.

What does "loitering" mean?▾

Loitering: To stand about without any aim or purpose; to stand about idly.

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