How to Pronounce Scanning

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈskænɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “scanning”

"scanning" has 2 syllables: scann-ing. It rhymes with enchanting and granting, if that helps it stick.

What does scanning mean?

verb

  1. To examine sequentially, carefully, or critically; to scrutinize; to behold closely.

    “She scanned the passage carefully but could not find what she was looking for.”

  2. To look about for; to look over quickly.

    “He scanned the horizon.”

noun

  1. The act of something being scanned.

Words that rhyme with scanning

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

enchantinggrantingspanningplanningpreplanningtanningfanningpanningvanning

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scanning"?▾

"Scanning" has 2 syllables: scann · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "scanning"?▾

The IPA transcription of "scanning" is /ˈskænɪŋ/.

What does "scanning" mean?▾

Scanning: To examine sequentially, carefully, or critically; to scrutinize; to behold closely.

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