How to Pronounce Impinging

To pronounce "impinging", say IMP-ing-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

IMP-ing-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “impinging”

"impinging" has 3 syllables: imp-ing-ing. It rhymes with cringing and infringing, if that helps it stick.

What does impinging mean?

verb

  1. To make a physical impact on.

    “Loud noise can impinge on the eardrum, causing temporary hearing damage.”

  2. To interfere with.

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with impinging

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cringinginfringing

Related words

strikingcontactencroachinginterferingunderminingdiminishingaffectingprejudice

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "impinging"?▾

"Impinging" has 3 syllables: imp · ing · ing.

What does "impinging" mean?▾

Impinging: To make a physical impact on.

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