How to Pronounce Toughness

To pronounce "toughness", say TOUGHN-ess — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

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9

Letters

TOUGHN-ess

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💡 Tip for remembering “toughness”

"toughness" has 2 syllables: toughn-ess. It rhymes with roughness and gruffness, if that helps it stick.

What does toughness mean?

noun

  1. The state of being tough
  2. (of a metal) Resistance to fracture when stressed

Words that rhyme with toughness

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

roughnessgruffnessbluffness

Related words

formidabilityruggednessstaminatemperhuskinesshardnesshardeningrigour

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "toughness"?▾

"Toughness" has 2 syllables: toughn · ess.

What does "toughness" mean?▾

Toughness: The state of being tough

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