How to Pronounce Flogging

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈflɒɡɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flogging”

"flogging" has 2 syllables: flogg-ing. It rhymes with jogging and dogging, if that helps it stick.

What does flogging mean?

verb

  1. To whip or scourge someone or something as punishment.
  2. To use something to extreme; to abuse.

noun

  1. Infliction of punishment by dealing blows or whipping.

    “What lawbreakers like that need is a good flogging. Do that and watch the crime rate plummet.”

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Words that rhyme with flogging

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flogging"?▾

"Flogging" has 2 syllables: flogg · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "flogging"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flogging" is /ˈflɒɡɪŋ/.

What does "flogging" mean?▾

Flogging: To whip or scourge someone or something as punishment.

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