How to Pronounce Limping

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

LIMP-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “limping”

"limping" has 2 syllables: limp-ing. It rhymes with pimping and crimping, if that helps it stick.

What does limping mean?

verb

  1. To walk lamely, as if favouring one leg.
  2. (of a vehicle) To travel with a malfunctioning system of propulsion.

    “The bomber limped home on one engine.”

verb

  1. To be inadequate or unsatisfactory.

verb

  1. To happen; befall; chance.
  2. To come upon; meet.

Words that rhyme with limping

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pimpingcrimpingscrimpingskimping

Related words

claudicationlamenessgimpinessgamenessgimphaltlameclaudicant

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "limping"?▾

"Limping" has 2 syllables: limp · ing.

What does "limping" mean?▾

Limping: To walk lamely, as if favouring one leg.

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