How to Pronounce Frosting

To pronounce "frosting", say FROST-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɹɒst.ɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈfɹɒst.ɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “frosting”

"frosting" has 2 syllables: frost-ing. It rhymes with exhausting and accosting, if that helps it stick.

What does frosting mean?

verb

  1. To cover with frost.
  2. To become covered with frost.

noun

  1. A sugary coating for cakes and other baked goods.
  2. A layer of frost.

Synonyms

icing

Words that rhyme with frosting

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

exhaustingaccostingcostingdefrostingosting

Related words

icingicebuttercreamfudgecreamfondant

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "frosting"?▾

"Frosting" has 2 syllables: frost · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "frosting"?▾

The IPA transcription of "frosting" is /ˈfɹɒst.ɪŋ/.

What does "frosting" mean?▾

Frosting: To cover with frost.

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