How to Pronounce Moaning

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

MOAN-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “moaning”

"moaning" has 2 syllables: moan-ing. It rhymes with boning and droning, if that helps it stick.

What does moaning mean?

verb

  1. To complain about; to bemoan, to bewail; to mourn.
  2. To grieve.

noun

  1. The utterance of a moan.

    “the moanings of the wounded men”

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Words that rhyme with moaning

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boningdroninggroaningintoningtoninghoningconingjawboningcondoningbemoaningzoningcloning

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "moaning"?▾

"Moaning" has 2 syllables: moan · ing.

What does "moaning" mean?▾

Moaning: To complain about; to bemoan, to bewail; to mourn.

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