How to Pronounce Falling

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

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈfɔːlɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “falling”

"falling" has 2 syllables: fall-ing. It rhymes with galling and sprawling, if that helps it stick.

What does falling mean?

verb

(heading) To be moved downwards.
To move downwards.

noun

Present participle of fall

adjective

That falls or fall.
“a falling leaf”

Synonyms

responsibility up to become get come down descend drop

Antonyms

ascend go rise get up pick oneself up stand up

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Words that rhyme with falling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

galling sprawling appalling bawling lolling squalling calling brawling mauling hauling crawling drawling

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "falling"?▾

"Falling" has 2 syllables: fall · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "falling"?▾

The IPA transcription of "falling" is /ˈfɔːlɪŋ/.

What does "falling" mean?▾

Falling: (heading) To be moved downwards.

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