How to Pronounce Rigging

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɹɪɡɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rigging”

"rigging" has 2 syllables: rigg-ing. It rhymes with digging and gigging, if that helps it stick.

What does rigging mean?

verb

  1. To fit out with a harness or other equipment.
  2. To equip and fit (a ship) with sails, shrouds, and yards.

verb

  1. To play the wanton; to act in an unbecoming manner; to play tricks.

noun

  1. Dress; tackle; especially , the ropes, chains, etc., that support the masts and spars of a sailing vessel, and serve as purchases for adjusting the sails, etc.
  2. Similar supporting material used for construction work, or in film, theater, etc.

Words that rhyme with rigging

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

digginggiggingreneging

Related words

tacklemizzenstowingmountcablingforgingforgeryloft

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rigging"?▾

"Rigging" has 2 syllables: rigg · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "rigging"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rigging" is /ˈɹɪɡɪŋ/.

What does "rigging" mean?▾

Rigging: To fit out with a harness or other equipment.

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