How to Pronounce Muddling

To pronounce "muddling", say MUDDL-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

8

Letters

MUDDL-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “muddling”

"muddling" has 2 syllables: muddl-ing. It rhymes with cuddling and riddling, if that helps it stick.

What does muddling mean?

verb

  1. To mix together, to mix up; to confuse.

    “Young children tend to muddle their words.”

  2. To mash slightly for use in a cocktail.

    “He muddled the mint sprigs in the bottom of the glass.”

noun

  1. The act of one who muddles; confusion; disorderly progress.

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Words that rhyme with muddling

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cuddlingriddlinghuddlingkidlingpuddlingfuddlingdiddling

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "muddling"?▾

"Muddling" has 2 syllables: muddl · ing.

What does "muddling" mean?▾

Muddling: To mix together, to mix up; to confuse.

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