To pronounce "misbehaving", say MISB-eh-av-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
misbehaving
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MISB-eh-av-ing
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"misbehaving" has 4 syllables: misb-eh-av-ing. It rhymes with craving and raving, if that helps it stick.
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"Misbehaving" has 4 syllables: misb · eh · av · ing.
Misbehaving: Bad conduct or actions
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