To pronounce "lusting", say LUST-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"lusting" has 2 syllables: lust-ing. It rhymes with disgusting and dusting, if that helps it stick.
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“He was lusting after the woman in the tight leather miniskirt.”
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"Lusting" has 2 syllables: lust · ing.
Lusting: (usually in the phrase "lust after") To look at or watch with a strong desire, especially of a sexual nature.
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