How to Pronounce Kicking

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈkɪkɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “kicking”

"kicking" has 2 syllables: kick-ing. It rhymes with nitpicking and licking, if that helps it stick.

What does kicking mean?

verb

  1. To strike or hit with the foot or other extremity of the leg.

    “Did you kick your brother?”

  2. To make a sharp jerking movement of the leg, as to strike something.

    “He enjoyed the simple pleasure of watching the kickline kick.”

verb

  1. To die.

noun

  1. The action of the verb to kick.

    “In boxing, kicking one's opponent is not allowed.”

  2. A violent assault involving repeated kicks.

    “The bullies pushed the boy over and gave him a kicking.”

Words that rhyme with kicking

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

nitpickinglickingstickingtickingpickingtrickingclickingflickingpolitickingbicking

Related words

bootjumpinglivingformbangingknockingbeatinghitting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "kicking"?▾

"Kicking" has 2 syllables: kick · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "kicking"?▾

The IPA transcription of "kicking" is /ˈkɪkɪŋ/.

What does "kicking" mean?▾

Kicking: To strike or hit with the foot or other extremity of the leg.

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