How to Pronounce Gaffing

To pronounce "gaffing", say GAFF-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

GAFF-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “gaffing”

"gaffing" has 2 syllables: gaff-ing. It rhymes with chaffing and laughing, if that helps it stick.

What does gaffing mean?

verb

  1. To use a gaff, especially to land a fish.
  2. To cheat or hoax.

noun

  1. The process of landing a fish with a gaff.

Words that rhyme with gaffing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

chaffinglaughingstaffingphotographingchoreographinggraphing

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gaffing"?▾

"Gaffing" has 2 syllables: gaff · ing.

What does "gaffing" mean?▾

Gaffing: To use a gaff, especially to land a fish.

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