How to Pronounce "lingers"
word
ˈɫɪŋɡɝz
LING-erz
lˈɪŋɡəz
LING-uhz
Definition
To stay in a place or exist longer than expected or wanted; can also describe a feeling or smell that remains after others have gone.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɪŋɡɝz
British English
lˈɪŋɡəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LING-erz
UK
LING-uhz
Listen in Context
The sweet smell lingers in the kitchen after baking.
He lingers at the door, not wanting to say goodbye.
The pain lingers even after the wound has healed.
That awkward feeling lingers long after the meeting ends.