How to Pronounce Nudging

To pronounce "nudging", say NUDG-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

7

Letters

NUDG-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “nudging”

"nudging" has 2 syllables: nudg-ing. It rhymes with grudging and trudging, if that helps it stick.

What does nudging mean?

verb

  1. To push against gently, especially in order to gain attention or give a signal.
  2. To near or come close to something.

noun

  1. The act of giving a nudge; pushing, touching.
  2. Hinting or influencing people's choices (according to nudge theory); softly controlling.

    “It has been remarked that nudging is also a euphemism for psychological manipulation as practiced in social engineering.”

Words that rhyme with nudging

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

grudgingtrudgingjudgingsmudgingdrudgingfudgingbudgingridgingsludgingmisjudgingbridgeinggiggyng

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nudging"?▾

"Nudging" has 2 syllables: nudg · ing.

What does "nudging" mean?▾

Nudging: To push against gently, especially in order to gain attention or give a signal.

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