How to Pronounce Lounge

To pronounce "lounge", say LOUNG-e — 2 syllables, IPA /laʊndʒ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/laʊndʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “lounge”

"lounge" has 2 syllables: loung-e. It rhymes with scrounge, if that helps it stick.

What does lounge mean?

noun

  1. A waiting room in an office, airport etc.
  2. A domestic living room.

verb

  1. To relax; to spend time lazily; to stand, sit, or recline, in an indolent manner.

Synonyms

loungeroomparloursitting room

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Words that rhyme with lounge

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scrounge

Related words

lollygagloiterlurkfootletarrylinger

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lounge"?▾

"Lounge" has 2 syllables: loung · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "lounge"?▾

The IPA transcription of "lounge" is /laʊndʒ/.

What does "lounge" mean?▾

Lounge: A waiting room in an office, airport etc.

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