How to Pronounce Flipping

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈflɪpɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flipping”

"flipping" has 2 syllables: flipp-ing. It rhymes with nipping and gripping, if that helps it stick.

What does flipping mean?

verb

  1. To throw so as to turn over.

    “You need to flip the pancake onto the other side.”

  2. To put into a quick revolving motion through a snap of the thumb and index finger.

    “If you can't decide which option to go for, flip a coin.”

noun

  1. The practice of buying real estate, making improvements to it, and reselling it for a higher price.

adjective

  1. A mild intensifier.

    “Where's my flipping watch?”

Synonyms

tossturnturn over

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Words that rhyme with flipping

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

nippinggrippingwhippingstrippingslippingclippingrippingchippingtrippingskippingdrippingshipping

Related words

jumpingyeahcoinfuckingestsweetgreatdamnmotherfreaking

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flipping"?▾

"Flipping" has 2 syllables: flipp · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "flipping"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flipping" is /ˈflɪpɪŋ/.

What does "flipping" mean?▾

Flipping: To throw so as to turn over.

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