To pronounce "swimming", say SWIMM-ing — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈswɪmɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈswɪmɪŋ/
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"swimming" has 2 syllables: swimm-ing. It rhymes with brimming and skimming, if that helps it stick.
noun
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Swimming" has 2 syllables: swimm · ing.
The IPA transcription of "swimming" is /ˈswɪmɪŋ/.
Swimming: The act or art of sustaining and propelling the body in water.
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