How to Pronounce Reeking

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɹiːkɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “reeking”

"reeking" has 2 syllables: reek-ing. It rhymes with seeking and creaking, if that helps it stick.

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

What does reeking mean?

verb

  1. To have or give off a strong, unpleasant smell.

    “You reek of perfume.”

  2. To be evidently associated with something unpleasant.

    “The boss appointing his nephew as a director reeks of nepotism.”

adjective

  1. Totally stinking.

Words that rhyme with reeking

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

seekingcreakingshriekingfreakingtweakingspeakingsneakingstreakingleakingwreakingcritiquing

Related words

malodorouswetwaterydrippingstinkingeye-wateringstenchfuleffluviant

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "reeking"?▾

"Reeking" has 2 syllables: reek · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "reeking"?▾

The IPA transcription of "reeking" is /ˈɹiːkɪŋ/.

What does "reeking" mean?▾

Reeking: To have or give off a strong, unpleasant smell.

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