How to Pronounce Boxing

To pronounce "boxing", say BOX-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɒksɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈbɒksɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “boxing”

"boxing" has 2 syllables: box-ing. It rhymes with foxing and coxing, if that helps it stick.

What does boxing mean?

verb

  1. To place inside a box; to pack in one or more boxes.
  2. Usually followed by in: to surround and enclose in a way that restricts movement; to corner, to hem in.

verb

  1. To strike with the fists; to punch.

    “Leave this place before I box you!”

  2. To fight against (a person) in a boxing match.

noun

  1. A sport where two opponents punch each other with gloved fists, the object being to score more points by the end of the match or by knockout, or technical knockout.

Synonyms

box upcaseemboxencasepackpack uppackagefisticuffspugilismsparring

Antonyms

unboxuncaseunpack

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Words that rhyme with boxing

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foxingcoxingoutfoxing

Related words

pugilismfisticuffspackingboxerfistfighterfightathletics

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "boxing"?▾

"Boxing" has 2 syllables: box · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "boxing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "boxing" is /ˈbɒksɪŋ/.

What does "boxing" mean?▾

Boxing: To place inside a box; to pack in one or more boxes.

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