How to Pronounce Moping

To pronounce "moping", say MOP-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

6

Letters

MOP-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “moping”

"moping" has 2 syllables: mop-ing. It rhymes with groping and hoping, if that helps it stick.

What does moping mean?

verb

  1. To carry oneself in a depressed, lackadaisical manner; to give oneself up to low spirits; to pout, sulk.
  2. To make spiritless and stupid.

noun

  1. The act of one who mopes.

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Words that rhyme with moping

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gropinghopingcopingslopingopingdopingropingsoapingscopingloping

Related words

swabmowswobpoutmumperymouchermoggermopsey

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "moping"?▾

"Moping" has 2 syllables: mop · ing.

What does "moping" mean?▾

Moping: To carry oneself in a depressed, lackadaisical manner; to give oneself up to low spirits; to pout, sulk.

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