How to Pronounce Grasping

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈɡɹɑːspɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “grasping”

"grasping" has 2 syllables: grasp-ing. It rhymes with rasping and gasping, if that helps it stick.

What does grasping mean?

verb

  1. To grip; to take hold, particularly with the hand.
  2. To understand.

    “I have never been able to grasp the concept of infinity.”

noun

  1. The act of one who grasps or covets.

adjective

  1. Greedy, eager for wealth.

Synonyms

claspgriphold tightjump at the chancejump oncomprehendfathom

Words that rhyme with grasping

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

raspinggaspingclaspinghasping

Related words

greedyavariciouscovetousgrabbyseizingprehensionprehensileacquisitive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "grasping"?▾

"Grasping" has 2 syllables: grasp · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "grasping"?▾

The IPA transcription of "grasping" is /ˈɡɹɑːspɪŋ/.

What does "grasping" mean?▾

Grasping: To grip; to take hold, particularly with the hand.

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