How to Pronounce Sporting

To pronounce "sporting", say SPORT-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

8

Letters

SPORT-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “sporting

"sporting" has 2 syllables: sport-ing. It rhymes with thwarting and courting, if that helps it stick.

What does sporting mean?

verb

  1. To amuse oneself, to play.

    children sporting on the green

  2. To mock or tease, treat lightly, toy with.

    Jen sports with Bill's emotions.

noun

  1. The act of taking part in a sport.

adjective

  1. Pertaining to sports

    He got a job in a sporting goods store.

  2. Exhibiting sportsmanship.

    Quite sporting of you to call that foul on yourself.

Words that rhyme with sporting

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sporting"?

"Sporting" has 2 syllables: sport · ing.

What does "sporting" mean?

Sporting: To amuse oneself, to play.

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