How to Pronounce Moonlighting

To pronounce "moonlighting", say MOONL-ight-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

12

Letters

MOONL-ight-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “moonlighting”

"moonlighting" has 3 syllables: moonl-ight-ing. It rhymes with exciting and inviting, if that helps it stick.

What does moonlighting mean?

verb

  1. To work on the side (at a secondary job), often in the evening or during the night.
  2. (by extension) To engage in an activity other than what one is known for.

noun

  1. A period of working on the side (at a secondary job), often in the evening or during the night.

Words that rhyme with moonlighting

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

excitinginvitinghighlightingflytingwritingrecitingbitingslightinguninvitingblightinglightingsighting

Related words

moonmoonshinesunlightingbyworkjobbingovertime

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "moonlighting"?▾

"Moonlighting" has 3 syllables: moonl · ight · ing.

What does "moonlighting" mean?▾

Moonlighting: To work on the side (at a secondary job), often in the evening or during the night.

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