How to Pronounce Skittling

To pronounce "skittling", say SKITTL-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

9

Letters

SKITTL-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “skittling”

"skittling" has 2 syllables: skittl-ing. It rhymes with witling and scuttling, if that helps it stick.

What does skittling mean?

verb

  1. To play skittles.
  2. To beat comprehensively.

Words that rhyme with skittling

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

witlingscuttlingkitlingtitlingshuttlingcutlingsutling

Related words

ninepinalleyskittersskitteryskirlingskinkerskiddingslatting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "skittling"?▾

"Skittling" has 2 syllables: skittl · ing.

What does "skittling" mean?▾

Skittling: To play skittles.

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