How to Pronounce Ebbing

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɛbɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ebbing”

"ebbing" has 2 syllables: ebb-ing.

What does ebbing mean?

verb

  1. To flow back or recede

    “The tides ebbed at noon.”

  2. To fall away or decline

    “The dying man's strength ebbed away.”

noun

  1. The action of something that ebbs.

    “ebbings and flowings”

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ebbing"?▾

"Ebbing" has 2 syllables: ebb · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "ebbing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ebbing" is /ˈɛbɪŋ/.

What does "ebbing" mean?▾

Ebbing: To flow back or recede

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