whiny
adjectiveHow many syllables in whiny?
There are 2 syllables in the word whiny.How to pronounce whiny:
Definition of whiny:
- whiny (adjective):
- habitually complaining.
- characterized by whining
Synonyms for whiny:
complaining
complaintive
earsplitting
fretful
high-pitched
nasal
penetrating
piercing
querulous
sharp
shrieking
shrill
squeaky
squealing
strident
thin
tinny
whining
yapping
yelping
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Syllable Fun Fact
The English language exhibits a phenomenon called 'schwa deletion', where unstressed syllables are often pronounced as a quick, neutral vowel sound or omitted.
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