How to Pronounce Weakling

To pronounce "weakling", say WEAKL-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈwijklɨŋɡ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈwijklɨŋɡ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “weakling”

"weakling" has 2 syllables: weakl-ing. It rhymes with greekling, if that helps it stick.

What does weakling mean?

noun

  1. A person of weak or even sickly physical constitution
  2. A person of weak character, lacking in courage and/or moral strength.

adjective

  1. Weak, either physically, morally or mentally

Synonyms

pushoversissyweenietwerktwerp

Antonyms

strongling

Words that rhyme with weakling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

greekling

Related words

doormatwusswimpweakcrybabysissypusslow

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "weakling"?▾

"Weakling" has 2 syllables: weakl · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "weakling"?▾

The IPA transcription of "weakling" is /ˈwijklɨŋɡ/.

What does "weakling" mean?▾

Weakling: A person of weak or even sickly physical constitution

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