How to Pronounce Spoofing

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈspuːfɪŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “spoofing”

"spoofing" has 2 syllables: spoof-ing. It rhymes with proofing and goofing, if that helps it stick.

What does spoofing mean?

verb

  1. To gently satirize.
  2. To deceive.

verb

  1. To ejaculate, to come.

noun

  1. A method of attacking a computer program, in which the program is modified so as to appear to be working normally when in reality it has been modified with the purpose of circumventing security mechanisms.
  2. Phishing.

Synonyms

satirisesatirizesend up

Words that rhyme with spoofing

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

proofinggoofingwoofingroofingwaterproofinghoofingfireproofingrustproofing

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "spoofing"?▾

"Spoofing" has 2 syllables: spoof · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "spoofing"?▾

The IPA transcription of "spoofing" is /ˈspuːfɪŋ/.

What does "spoofing" mean?▾

Spoofing: To gently satirize.

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