How to Pronounce Freaking

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈfɹiːkɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “freaking”

"freaking" has 2 syllables: freak-ing. It rhymes with seeking and creaking, if that helps it stick.

What does freaking mean?

verb

  1. To make greatly distressed and/or a discomposed appearance
  2. To be placed or place someone under the influence of a psychedelic drug

noun

  1. A streak or variegation in a pattern.

adjective

  1. (minced oath) Fucking.

    “You're getting on my freaking nerves!”

  2. Freakish.

Synonyms

effingflamingflippingfricking

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Words that rhyme with freaking

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

seekingcreakingshriekingreekingtweakingspeakingsneakingstreakingleakingwreakingcritiquing

Related words

monstrositymonsterfrickinggoddamnedgoddamnlousy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "freaking"?▾

"Freaking" has 2 syllables: freak · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "freaking"?▾

The IPA transcription of "freaking" is /ˈfɹiːkɪŋ/.

What does "freaking" mean?▾

Freaking: To make greatly distressed and/or a discomposed appearance

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