How to Pronounce Knapping

To pronounce "knapping", say KNAPP-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

KNAPP-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “knapping”

"knapping" has 2 syllables: knapp-ing. It rhymes with flapping and rapping, if that helps it stick.

What does knapping mean?

verb

To shape a brittle material having conchoidal fracture, usually a mineral (flint, obsidian, chert etc.), by breaking away flakes, often forming a sharp edge or point.
To rap or strike sharply.

Synonyms

chip

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Words that rhyme with knapping

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flapping rapping yapping strapping wrapping sapping tapping lapping overlapping snapping trapping capping

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "knapping"?▾

"Knapping" has 2 syllables: knapp · ing.

What does "knapping" mean?▾

Knapping: To shape a brittle material having conchoidal fracture, usually a mineral (flint, obsidian, chert etc.), by breaking away flakes, often forming a sharp edge or point.

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