How to Pronounce Roofing

To pronounce "roofing", say ROOF-ing — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

ROOF-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “roofing”

"roofing" has 2 syllables: roof-ing. It rhymes with proofing and spoofing, if that helps it stick.

What does roofing mean?

noun

  1. Material used on the outside of a roof, such as shingles.
  2. A way of travel which consists in clambering over the roofs of skyscrapers.

Words that rhyme with roofing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

proofingspoofinggoofingwoofingwaterproofinghoofingfireproofingrustproofing

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "roofing"?▾

"Roofing" has 2 syllables: roof · ing.

What does "roofing" mean?▾

Roofing: Material used on the outside of a roof, such as shingles.

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