How to Pronounce Leaping

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

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈliːpɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “leaping”

"leaping" has 2 syllables: leap-ing. It rhymes with weeping and sweeping, if that helps it stick.

What does leaping mean?

verb

To jump.
To pass over by a leap or jump.
“to leap a wall or a ditch”

Synonyms

bound hop jump spring

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Words that rhyme with leaping

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

weeping sweeping seeping creeping peeping keeping sleeping bleeping bookkeeping safekeeping peacekeeping reaping

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "leaping"?▾

"Leaping" has 2 syllables: leap · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "leaping"?▾

The IPA transcription of "leaping" is /ˈliːpɪŋ/.

What does "leaping" mean?▾

Leaping: To jump.

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