How to Pronounce Time-consuming

To pronounce "time-consuming", say TIM-ec-ons-um-ing — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

TIM-ec-ons-um-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “time-consuming”

"time-consuming" has 5 syllables: tim-ec-ons-um-ing.

What does time-consuming mean?

adjective

Using significant amounts of time, especially in an unwanted and sometimes unwarranted manner.

Synonyms

chronophagous

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How many syllables are in "time-consuming"?▾

"Time-consuming" has 5 syllables: tim · ec · ons · um · ing.

What does "time-consuming" mean?▾

Time-consuming: Using significant amounts of time, especially in an unwanted and sometimes unwarranted manner.

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