How to Pronounce Shipping

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈʃɪpɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “shipping

"shipping" has 2 syllables: shipp-ing. It rhymes with nipping and gripping, if that helps it stick.

What does shipping mean?

noun

  1. The transportation of goods.
  2. The body of ships belonging to one nation, port or industry.

Words that rhyme with shipping

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shipping"?

"Shipping" has 2 syllables: shipp · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "shipping"?

The IPA transcription of "shipping" is /ˈʃɪpɪŋ/.

What does "shipping" mean?

Shipping: The transportation of goods.

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