How to Pronounce Kiting

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈkaɪtɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “kiting”

"kiting" has 2 syllables: kit-ing. It rhymes with exciting and inviting, if that helps it stick.

What does kiting mean?

noun

  1. The act of writing a check on an account with insufficient funds, expecting that funds will become available by the time the check clears.
  2. The act of tampering with a medical prescription, increasing the number of pills or other item.

Words that rhyme with kiting

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

excitinginvitingmoonlightinghighlightingflytingwritingrecitingbitingslightinguninvitingblightinglighting

Related words

outfitoverdraftlappingskimshimmingskimming

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "kiting"?▾

"Kiting" has 2 syllables: kit · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "kiting"?▾

The IPA transcription of "kiting" is /ˈkaɪtɪŋ/.

What does "kiting" mean?▾

Kiting: The act of writing a check on an account with insufficient funds, expecting that funds will become available by the time the check clears.

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