How to Pronounce Long-lost

To pronounce "long-lost", say LONGL-ost — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

LONGL-ost

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💡 Tip for remembering “long-lost”

"long-lost" has 2 syllables: longl-ost.

What does long-lost mean?

adjective

  1. Having been missing or unknown for a long period of time.

    “My long-lost brother showed up, borrowed money and vanished again.”

Related words

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

"Long-lost" has 2 syllables: longl · ost.

What does "long-lost" mean?▾

Long-lost: Having been missing or unknown for a long period of time.

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