How to Pronounce Weightlifting

To pronounce "weightlifting", say WEIGHTL-ift-ing — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈweɪtˌlɪftɪŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈweɪtˌlɪftɪŋ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “weightlifting”

"weightlifting" has 3 syllables: weightl-ift-ing. It rhymes with uplifting and shifting, if that helps it stick.

What does weightlifting mean?

noun

  1. A form of exercise in which weights are lifted.
  2. A sport in which competitors lift heavy weights in two events: the snatch and the clean and jerk.

Synonyms

weight training

Words that rhyme with weightlifting

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

upliftingshiftingdriftingsiftingliftingshopliftinggiftingairlifting

Related words

pressliftingvolleyballweightironarmlifting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "weightlifting"?▾

"Weightlifting" has 3 syllables: weightl · ift · ing.

What is the IPA transcription of "weightlifting"?▾

The IPA transcription of "weightlifting" is /ˈweɪtˌlɪftɪŋ/.

What does "weightlifting" mean?▾

Weightlifting: A form of exercise in which weights are lifted.

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