To pronounce "longstanding", say LONGST-and-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"longstanding" has 3 syllables: longst-and-ing. It rhymes with notwithstanding and understanding, if that helps it stick.
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“Long-standing custom calls for referring to the town chairman as mayor, even though we don't have a mayor.”
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"Longstanding" has 3 syllables: longst · and · ing.
Longstanding: Having existed for a long time.
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