How to pronounce lastingness
Say it like LAS-ting-nis. Lastingness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAS).
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- LAS
- ting
- nis
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lastingness pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LASSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- tingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- nisKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of lastingness
- British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat.
British respelling: LAH-sting-nis.
What does lastingness mean?
- The property of lasting; duration, permanence.
Where does lastingness come from?
From lasting + -ness.
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Questions about saying lastingness
How do you pronounce lastingness?
Say LAS-ting-nis. The American pronunciation is /ˈlæstɪŋnɪs/. In British English it is /ˈlɑːstɪŋnɪs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lastingness?
Lastingness has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAS). Broken into parts: LAS · ting · nis.
Is lastingness pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers use the long "ah" vowel of father where Americans use the "a" of cat. The British form is /ˈlɑːstɪŋnɪs/ (LAH-sting-nis).