How to Pronounce Kissing

To pronounce "kissing", say KISS-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɪs.ɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈkɪs.ɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “kissing”

"kissing" has 2 syllables: kiss-ing. It rhymes with reminiscing and missing, if that helps it stick.

What does kissing mean?

verb

  1. To touch with the lips or press the lips against, usually to show love or affection or passion, or as part of a greeting.
  2. To (cause to) touch lightly or slightly; to come into contact.

    “His ball kissed the black into the corner pocket.”

adjective

  1. That kisses.
  2. Just touching.

Words that rhyme with kissing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

reminiscingmissinghissingdismissingdissingwissing

Related words

pettingcaressingcuddlingsnugglingfondlinghuggingneckingsmooching

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "kissing"?▾

"Kissing" has 2 syllables: kiss · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "kissing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "kissing" is /ˈkɪs.ɪŋ/.

What does "kissing" mean?▾

Kissing: To touch with the lips or press the lips against, usually to show love or affection or passion, or as part of a greeting.

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