How to Pronounce Dinghy

To pronounce "dinghy", say DINGHY — one syllable, IPA /ˈdɪŋ(ɡ)i/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈdɪŋ(ɡ)i/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dinghy”

"dinghy" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with stringy and wingy, if that helps it stick.

What does dinghy mean?

noun

  1. A small open boat, propelled by oars or paddles, carried as a tender, lifeboat, or pleasure craft on a ship.
  2. An inflatable rubber life raft.

verb

  1. To travel by dinghy.

Synonyms

tender

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Words that rhyme with dinghy

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stringywingythingyzingy

Related words

doryrowboatboatskiffmotorboatoutriggerraftcanoe

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dinghy"?▾

"Dinghy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "dinghy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dinghy" is /ˈdɪŋ(ɡ)i/.

What does "dinghy" mean?▾

Dinghy: A small open boat, propelled by oars or paddles, carried as a tender, lifeboat, or pleasure craft on a ship.

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