How to Pronounce Quibbling

To pronounce "quibbling", say QUIBBL-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

9

Letters

QUIBBL-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “quibbling”

"quibbling" has 2 syllables: quibbl-ing. It rhymes with nibbling and scribbling, if that helps it stick.

What does quibbling mean?

verb

  1. To complain or argue in a trivial or petty manner.

    “They are constantly quibbling over insignificant details.”

noun

  1. Petty argument

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Words that rhyme with quibbling

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nibblingscribblingsiblingdribblingstribling

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "quibbling"?▾

"Quibbling" has 2 syllables: quibbl · ing.

What does "quibbling" mean?▾

Quibbling: To complain or argue in a trivial or petty manner.

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