How to Pronounce Nagging

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

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Syllables

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Letters

NAGG-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “nagging”

"nagging" has 2 syllables: nagg-ing. It rhymes with blagging and shagging, if that helps it stick.

What does nagging mean?

verb

  1. To continuously remind or complain to (someone) in an annoying way, often about insignificant or unnecessary matters.
  2. To bother with persistent thoughts or memories.

    “The notion that he forgot something nagged him the rest of the day.”

noun

  1. The action of the verb nag.

adjective

  1. Causing persistent mild pain, or annoyance.

Synonyms

hauntrideworry

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Words that rhyme with nagging

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blaggingshaggingflaggingunflaggingsaggingsandbaggingfaggingwagginglaggingdraggingtagginggagging

Related words

ill-naturedshrewishpesteringharassingannoyingharassmentannoyedtroublesome

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nagging"?▾

"Nagging" has 2 syllables: nagg · ing.

What does "nagging" mean?▾

Nagging: To continuously remind or complain to (someone) in an annoying way, often about insignificant or unnecessary matters.

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