How to Pronounce Smugness

To pronounce "smugness", say SMUGN-ess — 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

SMUGN-ess

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💡 Tip for remembering “smugness”

"smugness" has 2 syllables: smugn-ess. It rhymes with pignus and snugness, if that helps it stick.

What does smugness mean?

noun

  1. The state or quality of being smug.
  2. The result or product of being smug.

Words that rhyme with smugness

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pignussnugnesslignoustrigness

Related words

smirkinesssmuggishnesssmogginesssnobbishnesssmilingnessslynesssmuttinessgloatiness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "smugness"?▾

"Smugness" has 2 syllables: smugn · ess.

What does "smugness" mean?▾

Smugness: The state or quality of being smug.

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