How to Pronounce Niggling

To pronounce "niggling", say NIGGL-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

NIGGL-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “niggling”

"niggling" has 2 syllables: niggl-ing. It rhymes with sniggling and wriggling, if that helps it stick.

What does niggling mean?

verb

  1. To trifle with; to deceive; to mock.
  2. To use, spend, or do in a petty or trifling manner.

noun

  1. A sensation that niggles.

adjective

  1. Petty

Words that rhyme with niggling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snigglingwrigglingstrugglingpiglingsmugglingjugglinghiggling

Related words

fiddlingfootlingpifflingpiddlingtrivialunimportantpettylittle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "niggling"?▾

"Niggling" has 2 syllables: niggl · ing.

What does "niggling" mean?▾

Niggling: To trifle with; to deceive; to mock.

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