How to Pronounce Suffering

To pronounce "suffering", say SUFF-er-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsʌfəɹɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈsʌfəɹɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “suffering”

"suffering" has 3 syllables: suff-er-ing. It rhymes with buffering, if that helps it stick.

What does suffering mean?

verb

  1. To undergo hardship.

    “Is anyone here afraid of suffering hardship?”

  2. To feel pain.

    “At least he didn't suffer when he died in the car crash.”

noun

  1. The condition of someone who suffers; a state of pain or distress.

adjective

  1. Experiencing pain.

Synonyms

permitdeteriorateworsenbeardreetholeagonizeanguishinpain

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Words that rhyme with suffering

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buffering

Related words

agonydistresshurttroubledwoesadwretchedmiserable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "suffering"?▾

"Suffering" has 3 syllables: suff · er · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "suffering"?▾

The IPA transcription of "suffering" is /ˈsʌfəɹɪŋ/.

What does "suffering" mean?▾

Suffering: To undergo hardship.

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