How to Pronounce Quarterbacking

To pronounce "quarterbacking", say QUART-erb-ack-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

QUART-erb-ack-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “quarterbacking”

"quarterbacking" has 4 syllables: quart-erb-ack-ing. It rhymes with backing and hijacking, if that helps it stick.

What does quarterbacking mean?

verb

  1. To play the position of quarterback.
  2. (by extension) To lead a team or group; to be primarily responsible for some group project or activity.

noun

  1. The act of playing as a quarterback
  2. The action of making criticisms after the event

Words that rhyme with quarterbacking

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

backinghijackingthwackingclackingwhackinglackingcrackingrackingsmackingransackingbushwhackingwracking

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "quarterbacking"?▾

"Quarterbacking" has 4 syllables: quart · erb · ack · ing.

What does "quarterbacking" mean?▾

Quarterbacking: To play the position of quarterback.

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