How to Pronounce Offspring

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

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈɒfspɹɪŋ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “offspring”

"offspring" has 2 syllables: offspr-ing. It rhymes with ring and wring, if that helps it stick.

What does offspring mean?

noun

A person's daughter(s) and/or son(s); a person's children.
All of a person's descendants, including further generations.

Synonyms

binary clone descendant fruit of one's loins get lineage progeny seed baby

Antonyms

father genitor mother parent progenitor ancestor

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Words that rhyme with offspring

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ring wring spring fling sting zing thing string swing ching wing bring

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "offspring"?▾

"Offspring" has 2 syllables: offspr · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "offspring"?▾

The IPA transcription of "offspring" is /ˈɒfspɹɪŋ/.

What does "offspring" mean?▾

Offspring: A person's daughter(s) and/or son(s); a person's children.

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