How to Pronounce Dabbing

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈdæbɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dabbing”

"dabbing" has 2 syllables: dabb-ing. It rhymes with stabbing and blabbing, if that helps it stick.

What does dabbing mean?

verb

  1. To press lightly in a repetitive motion with a soft object without rubbing.

    “I dabbed my face with a towel.”

  2. To apply a substance in this way.

    “He dabbed moisturizing liquid on his face.”

noun

  1. The act by which something is dabbed.

Words that rhyme with dabbing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

stabbingblabbingjabbinggrabbinggabbingnabbingcrabbingslabbingtabbingdrabbingcabbingscabbing

Related words

dabbitydaubingdawbingdabblementdousingdippingdabsterdobber

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dabbing"?▾

"Dabbing" has 2 syllables: dabb · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "dabbing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dabbing" is /ˈdæbɪŋ/.

What does "dabbing" mean?▾

Dabbing: To press lightly in a repetitive motion with a soft object without rubbing.

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