How to Pronounce Backslapping

To pronounce "backslapping", say BACKSL-app-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

12

Letters

BACKSL-app-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “backslapping”

"backslapping" has 3 syllables: backsl-app-ing. It rhymes with flapping and rapping, if that helps it stick.

What does backslapping mean?

verb

  1. To enthusiastically affirm or congratulate a person, especially by patting them on the back.

noun

  1. Action of the verb to backslap

Words that rhyme with backslapping

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

flappingrappingyappingstrappingwrappingsappingtappinglappingoverlappingsnappingtrappingcapping

Related words

back-slappingback-slapperyslappingknee-slappingbutt-slappingclapcockslap

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "backslapping"?▾

"Backslapping" has 3 syllables: backsl · app · ing.

What does "backslapping" mean?▾

Backslapping: To enthusiastically affirm or congratulate a person, especially by patting them on the back.

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