How to Pronounce Crackling

To pronounce "crackling", say CRACKL-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɹæk(ə)lɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈkɹæk(ə)lɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “crackling”

"crackling" has 2 syllables: crackl-ing. It rhymes with cackling and tackling, if that helps it stick.

What does crackling mean?

verb

  1. To make a fizzing, popping sound.

    “a crackling fire”

noun

  1. Fat that, after roasting a joint, hardens and crispens.
  2. The crispy rind of roast pork.

Words that rhyme with crackling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

cacklingtacklinghacklingshackling

Related words

crepitationsnappingnoisycracklincracknelcrispygrevencrunch

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "crackling"?▾

"Crackling" has 2 syllables: crackl · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "crackling"?▾

The IPA transcription of "crackling" is /ˈkɹæk(ə)lɪŋ/.

What does "crackling" mean?▾

Crackling: To make a fizzing, popping sound.

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