How to Pronounce Misgiving

To pronounce "misgiving", say MISG-iv-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

MISG-iv-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “misgiving”

"misgiving" has 3 syllables: misg-iv-ing. It rhymes with unforgiving and giving, if that helps it stick.

What does misgiving mean?

noun

  1. Doubt, apprehension, a feeling of dread

Synonyms

doubt

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Words that rhyme with misgiving

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unforgivinggivinglivingforgivingthanksgivingrelivingcaregivingsievingoutliving

Related words

scruplequalmsuspiciondistrustmistrustapprehensionfeermisboding

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "misgiving"?▾

"Misgiving" has 3 syllables: misg · iv · ing.

What does "misgiving" mean?▾

Misgiving: Doubt, apprehension, a feeling of dread

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