How to Pronounce Gelling

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈdʒɛlɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “gelling”

"gelling" has 2 syllables: gell-ing. It rhymes with compelling and dwelling, if that helps it stick.

What does gelling mean?

verb

  1. To apply (cosmetic) gel to (the hair, etc).
  2. To become a gel.

Words that rhyme with gelling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

compellingdwellingquellingtellingexpellingforetellingelongpropellingrepellingswellingyellingstorytelling

Related words

gellisgingellgelmangensinggellargellertgillinggellman

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "gelling"?▾

"Gelling" has 2 syllables: gell · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "gelling"?▾

The IPA transcription of "gelling" is /ˈdʒɛlɪŋ/.

What does "gelling" mean?▾

Gelling: To apply (cosmetic) gel to (the hair, etc).

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