How to Pronounce Rapping

To pronounce "rapping", say RAPP-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹæp.ɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɹæp.ɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rapping”

"rapping" has 2 syllables: rapp-ing. It rhymes with flapping and yapping, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: wrapping — easy to mix up when writing.

What does rapping mean?

verb

  1. To strike something sharply with one's knuckles; knock.
  2. To strike with a quick blow; to knock on.

verb

  1. To seize and carry off.
  2. To transport out of oneself; to affect with rapture.

noun

  1. The sound of a rap or knock.

    “During the séance, we heard mysterious rappings on the table.”

  2. Musical speech accompanied by a rhythm, most commonly as part of hip-hop music.

Synonyms

knocknoogie

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Words that rhyme with rapping

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

flappingyappingstrappingwrappingsappingtappinglappingoverlappingsnappingtrappingcappingkidnapping

Related words

knockinghittingknocknockwraprattleratatatrasping

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rapping"?▾

"Rapping" has 2 syllables: rapp · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "rapping"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rapping" is /ˈɹæp.ɪŋ/.

What does "rapping" mean?▾

Rapping: To strike something sharply with one's knuckles; knock.

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