How to Pronounce Lunges

To pronounce "lunges", say LUNG-es — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

LUNG-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “lunges”

"lunges" has 2 syllables: lung-es. It rhymes with plunges and twinges, if that helps it stick.

What does lunges mean?

noun

  1. A sudden forward movement, especially with a sword.
  2. A long rope or flat web line, more commonly referred to as a lunge line, approximately 20–30 feet long, attached to the bridle, lungeing cavesson, or halter of a horse and used to control the animal while lungeing.

verb

  1. To (cause to make) a sudden forward movement (present participle: lunging).

    “I lunged at the police officer and made a grab for her gun.”

  2. To longe or work a horse in a circle around a handler (present participle: lunging or lungeing).

Words that rhyme with lunges

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

plungestwingesspongessingestingessphinges

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "lunges"?▾

"Lunges" has 2 syllables: lung · es.

What does "lunges" mean?▾

Lunges: A sudden forward movement, especially with a sword.

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