How to Pronounce Skimping

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈskɪmpɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “skimping”

"skimping" has 2 syllables: skimp-ing. It rhymes with pimping and crimping, if that helps it stick.

What does skimping mean?

verb

  1. To mock, deride, scorn, scold, make fun of.

    “I thought Adie was only skimpin' me.”

verb

  1. To slight; to do carelessly; to scamp.
  2. To make insufficient allowance for; to scant; to scrimp.

adjective

  1. Scanty; meagre; done inefficiently.

Words that rhyme with skimping

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pimpingcrimpingscrimpinglimping

Related words

scrimpscantstintsparingsavingleanscantlingniggard

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "skimping"?▾

"Skimping" has 2 syllables: skimp · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "skimping"?▾

The IPA transcription of "skimping" is /ˈskɪmpɪŋ/.

What does "skimping" mean?▾

Skimping: To mock, deride, scorn, scold, make fun of.

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