How to Pronounce Long-suffering

To pronounce "long-suffering", say LONGS-uff-er-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

14

Letters

LONGS-uff-er-ing

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"long-suffering" has 4 syllables: longs-uff-er-ing.

What does long-suffering mean?

noun

  1. Long endurance or patience.

adjective

  1. Having endured mental or physical discomfort for a protracted period of time patiently or without complaint.

    “His long-suffering wife may have had to put up with him for many years, but she also benefited when times were good.”

Synonyms

longanimous

Related words

patientenduringlong-sufferancetorturedtroubledstrickentormentedexperienced

Frequently asked questions

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

"Long-suffering" has 4 syllables: longs · uff · er · ing.

What does "long-suffering" mean?▾

Long-suffering: Long endurance or patience.

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