How to Pronounce Matting

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈmætɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “matting”

"matting" has 2 syllables: matt-ing. It rhymes with combating and chatting, if that helps it stick.

What does matting mean?

verb

  1. To cover, protect or decorate with mats.
  2. To form a thick, tangled mess; to interweave into, or like, a mat; to entangle.

noun

  1. Mats, a collection of ground coverings.
  2. Coarse fabric, of the kind used to make mats.

Synonyms

matmattepasse-partout

Words that rhyme with matting

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "matting"?▾

"Matting" has 2 syllables: matt · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "matting"?▾

The IPA transcription of "matting" is /ˈmætɪŋ/.

What does "matting" mean?▾

Matting: To cover, protect or decorate with mats.

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