How to Pronounce Kidding

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈkɪdɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “kidding”

"kidding" has 2 syllables: kidd-ing. It rhymes with forbidding and bidding, if that helps it stick.

What does kidding mean?

verb

  1. To make a fool of (someone).
  2. To dupe or deceive (someone).

noun

  1. The action of the verb kid.
  2. The act of a goat giving birth.

Words that rhyme with kidding

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

forbiddingbiddingskiddingriddingoutbidding

Related words

prankteasingjestbanterjokingtauntingjokefunny

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "kidding"?▾

"Kidding" has 2 syllables: kidd · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "kidding"?▾

The IPA transcription of "kidding" is /ˈkɪdɪŋ/.

What does "kidding" mean?▾

Kidding: To make a fool of (someone).

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