How to Pronounce "longings"
word
ˈɫɔŋɪŋz
LAWNG-ingz
lˈɒŋɪŋz
LONG-ingz
Definition
Strong feelings of wanting something very much, especially something you cannot easily have or reach.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɔŋɪŋz
British English
lˈɒŋɪŋz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAWNG-ingz
UK
LONG-ingz
Listen in Context
Her longings for home grew stronger every day.
We all have secret longings that we rarely share.
His longings for adventure inspired him to travel.
Despite all his longings, he never left his hometown.