noun

pining

PEYE-nihng

Pining (noun) means the act of longing painfully for someone or something. Example: “His constant pining for his ex worried his friends.”

noun

The act of longing painfully for someone or something.

"His constant pining for his ex worried his friends."

How to use pining

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe state of aching, sad longing for someone or something you cannot have.

Word forms

pinings plural

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Rhymes for pining

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Frequently asked questions

What does “pining” mean?

The word “pining” means the act of longing painfully for someone or something. In plain terms, the state of aching, sad longing for someone or something you cannot have.

How do you pronounce “pining”?

“Pining” is pronounced PEYE-nihng (/ˈpaɪnɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “pining” in a sentence?

Here is “pining” used in a sentence: “His constant pining for his ex worried his friends.”

What part of speech is “pining”?

“Pining” is a noun.