How to Pronounce Flailing

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

flailing

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈfleɪlɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flailing”

"flailing" has 2 syllables: flail-ing. It rhymes with prevailing and wailing, if that helps it stick.

What does flailing mean?

verb

  1. To beat using a flail or similar implement.
  2. To wave or swing vigorously

noun

  1. A flailing action or motion.

    “The drowning man's flailings soon attracted the lifeguard's attention.”

Synonyms

thrash

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Words that rhyme with flailing

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prevailingwailingunveilingtrailingunavailingtailingrailingsailingveilingimpalingscalingdetailing

Related words

thrashingmovingflingingflingflaringflayingslashwrithing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flailing"?▾

"Flailing" has 2 syllables: flail · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "flailing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flailing" is /ˈfleɪlɪŋ/.

What does "flailing" mean?▾

Flailing: To beat using a flail or similar implement.

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