How to Pronounce Singing

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈsɪŋɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “singing”

"singing" has 2 syllables: sing-ing. It rhymes with ringing and bringing, if that helps it stick.

What does singing mean?

verb

  1. To produce musical or harmonious sounds with one’s voice.

    “"I really want to sing in the school choir," said Vera.”

  2. To express audibly by means of a harmonious vocalization.

noun

  1. The act of using the voice to produce musical sounds; vocalizing.
  2. Disclosing information, or giving evidence about another.

adjective

  1. Smooth and flowing.
  2. (of a kettle etc.) Producing a whistling sound due to the escape of steam.

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Words that rhyme with singing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ringingbringingswingingupbringingstingingclingingmudslingingflingingspringingslingingstringingwringing

Related words

musicalmelodiccantabilemelodiousvocalizingtattletellingsong

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "singing"?▾

"Singing" has 2 syllables: sing · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "singing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "singing" is /ˈsɪŋɪŋ/.

What does "singing" mean?▾

Singing: To produce musical or harmonious sounds with one’s voice.

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