How to Pronounce Whapping

To pronounce "whapping", say WHAPP-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

WHAPP-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “whapping”

"whapping" has 2 syllables: whapp-ing. It rhymes with sopping and gawping, if that helps it stick.

What does whapping mean?

verb

  1. To strike hard and suddenly.
  2. To throw oneself quickly, or by an abrupt motion; to turn suddenly.

    “She whapped down on the floor.”

Words that rhyme with whapping

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

soppinggawpingfloppingpoppingwhoppingeavesdroppingdroppinghoppingmoppingcloppingtoppingshopping

Related words

chirrupuncurledsplattedknobbedthwackingtalonedclomplathed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "whapping"?▾

"Whapping" has 2 syllables: whapp · ing.

What does "whapping" mean?▾

Whapping: To strike hard and suddenly.

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