How to Pronounce Thoroughgoing

To pronounce "thoroughgoing", say THOR-oughg-oing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

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13

Letters

THOR-oughg-oing

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💡 Tip for remembering “thoroughgoing”

"thoroughgoing" has 3 syllables: thor-oughg-oing.

What does thoroughgoing mean?

adjective

  1. Complete; thorough; with great attention to detail.

    “He did a thoroughgoing job of cleaning up the broken glass.”

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thoroughgoing"?▾

"Thoroughgoing" has 3 syllables: thor · oughg · oing.

What does "thoroughgoing" mean?▾

Thoroughgoing: Complete; thorough; with great attention to detail.

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