How to Pronounce Naming

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈneɪmɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “naming”

"naming" has 2 syllables: nam-ing. It rhymes with maiming and flaming, if that helps it stick.

What does naming mean?

verb

  1. (ditransitive) To give a name to.

    “One visitor named Hou Yugang said he was not too concerned about climate change and Baishui’s melting.”

  2. To mention, specify.

    “He named his demands.”

noun

  1. The process of giving names to things.
  2. A ritual or ceremony in which a person's name is given or announced.

adjective

  1. Giving a name to a person or thing.

Synonyms

benamedesignatedub

Words that rhyme with naming

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

maimingflamingframingclaimingproclaimingexclaiminggaminginflamingshamingblaminglamingtaming

Related words

denotativeappellativedenotivedesignationassignmentappointmentappellationsurname

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "naming"?▾

"Naming" has 2 syllables: nam · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "naming"?▾

The IPA transcription of "naming" is /ˈneɪmɪŋ/.

What does "naming" mean?▾

Naming: (ditransitive) To give a name to.

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