How to Pronounce Naysaying

To pronounce "naysaying", say NAYS-ay-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

NAYS-ay-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “naysaying”

"naysaying" has 3 syllables: nays-ay-ing.

What does naysaying mean?

verb

  1. To speak negatively of something.
  2. To reply no.

noun

  1. A refusal, denial or negation.

Related words

nay-sayingnay-saynegationnaywarddenialnegativeabnegationnegativation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "naysaying"?▾

"Naysaying" has 3 syllables: nays · ay · ing.

What does "naysaying" mean?▾

Naysaying: To speak negatively of something.

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