How to Pronounce Pulling

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpʊlɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pulling”

"pulling" has 2 syllables: pull-ing. It rhymes with shuffling and bulling, if that helps it stick.

What does pulling mean?

verb

  1. To apply a force to (an object) so that it comes toward the person or thing applying the force.

    “When I give the signal, pull the rope.”

  2. To gather with the hand, or by drawing toward oneself; to pluck.

    “pull a finch”

Synonyms

dragtowtugyankscorecarry outcompletedo

Antonyms

pushrepelshove

Words that rhyme with pulling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shufflingbullingfulling

Related words

pushingdraggingthrowingextractionremovingstoppingremovalwithdraw

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pulling"?▾

"Pulling" has 2 syllables: pull · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "pulling"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pulling" is /ˈpʊlɪŋ/.

What does "pulling" mean?▾

Pulling: To apply a force to (an object) so that it comes toward the person or thing applying the force.

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