How to Pronounce Fighting

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈfaɪtɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fighting”

"fighting" has 2 syllables: fight-ing. It rhymes with exciting and inviting, if that helps it stick.

What does fighting mean?

verb

  1. To contend in physical conflict, either singly or in war, battle etc.

    “A wounded animal will fight like a maniac, relentless, savage and murderous.”

  2. To contend in physical conflict with each other, either singly or in war, battle etc.

    “The two boxers have been fighting for more than half an hour.”

adjective

  1. Engaged in war or other conflict.
  2. Apt to provoke a fight.

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Words that rhyme with fighting

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

excitinginvitingmoonlightinghighlightingflytingwritingrecitingbitingslightinguninvitingblightinglighting

Related words

warringbelligerentmilitantcombatbrawlingoperationaldisorderlywar-ridden

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fighting"?▾

"Fighting" has 2 syllables: fight · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "fighting"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fighting" is /ˈfaɪtɪŋ/.

What does "fighting" mean?▾

Fighting: To contend in physical conflict, either singly or in war, battle etc.

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