English Word · Intermediate
dallying
dalliance
Pronunciation: say dallying
Meaning
The act of wasting time, lingering, or engaging in flirtatious behavior.
Example
Nevertheless, you must know (if I am to speak honestly to you) that I do not repent me those dallyings in enchanted fields.
Nevertheless, you must know (if I am to speak honestly to you) that I do not repent me those dallyings in enchanted fields.
Practice tips
- Practice dallying out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.