How to Pronounce Smooth-talking

To pronounce "smooth-talking", say SMOOTHT-alk-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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SMOOTHT-alk-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “smooth-talking”

"smooth-talking" has 3 syllables: smootht-alk-ing.

What does smooth-talking mean?

noun

  1. Glib flattery and persuasion.

verb

  1. To speak glibly and persuasively; to persuade with smooth talk.

adjective

  1. Insincerely ingratiating; flattering.

Related words

glibsmooth-tonguedsmooth-spokenhoney-tonguedglad-handedblandiloquentsuaviloquenthoney-mouthed

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How many syllables are in "smooth-talking"?▾

"Smooth-talking" has 3 syllables: smootht · alk · ing.

What does "smooth-talking" mean?▾

Smooth-talking: Glib flattery and persuasion.

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