How to Pronounce Stagnant

To pronounce "stagnant", say STAGN-ant — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈstæɡnənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈstæɡnənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “stagnant”

"stagnant" has 2 syllables: stagn-ant. It rhymes with fagnant and magnant, if that helps it stick.

What does stagnant mean?

adjective

  1. Lacking freshness, motion, or flow; decaying through stillness.

    “a stagnant pool”

  2. Without progress or change; stale; inactive.

    “a stagnant economy”

Words that rhyme with stagnant

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fagnantmagnant

Related words

adynamicdeadmoribundundynamicstandingstationarysluggishstill

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stagnant"?▾

"Stagnant" has 2 syllables: stagn · ant.

What is the IPA transcription of "stagnant"?▾

The IPA transcription of "stagnant" is /ˈstæɡnənt/.

What does "stagnant" mean?▾

Stagnant: Lacking freshness, motion, or flow; decaying through stillness.

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