How to Pronounce Decking

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈdɛkɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “decking”

"decking" has 2 syllables: deck-ing. It rhymes with necking and wrecking, if that helps it stick.

What does decking mean?

verb

  1. To furnish with a deck, as a vessel.
  2. To knock someone to the floor, especially with a single punch.

    “Wow, did you see her deck that guy who pinched her?”

verb

  1. (sometimes with out) To dress (someone) up, to clothe with more than ordinary elegance
  2. (sometimes with out) To decorate (something).

noun

  1. The material from which a deck is made.

Words that rhyme with decking

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

neckingwreckingcheckingtrekkingpeckingfleckingspeckingbeckingrecking

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decking"?▾

"Decking" has 2 syllables: deck · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "decking"?▾

The IPA transcription of "decking" is /ˈdɛkɪŋ/.

What does "decking" mean?▾

Decking: To furnish with a deck, as a vessel.

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