How to Pronounce Shambling

To pronounce "shambling", say SHAMBL-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈʃæmblɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈʃæmblɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “shambling”

"shambling" has 2 syllables: shambl-ing. It rhymes with ambling and rambling, if that helps it stick.

What does shambling mean?

verb

  1. To walk while shuffling or dragging the feet.

    “I wasn't too impressed with the fellow, when he shambled in unenthusiastically and an hour late.”

noun

  1. An awkward, irregular gait.

adjective

  1. Who walks while dragging or shuffling the feet.

    “a shambling giant of a man”

Synonyms

shuffle

Words that rhyme with shambling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

amblingramblinggamblingscramblingbramblinggrambling

Related words

shufflingshuffledragfootedshamblyheavy-footedshacklyclumpyslowfooted

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shambling"?▾

"Shambling" has 2 syllables: shambl · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "shambling"?▾

The IPA transcription of "shambling" is /ˈʃæmblɪŋ/.

What does "shambling" mean?▾

Shambling: To walk while shuffling or dragging the feet.

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