How to pronounce clappings
Say it like KLAP-ingz. Clappings has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLAP).
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- KLAP
- ingz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clappings pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLAPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ingzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of clappings
American and British speakers say clappings in essentially the same way: /ˈklæpɪŋz/ in the US and /ˈklæpɪŋz/ in the UK.
British respelling: KLAP-ingz.
What does clappings mean?
- plural of clapping How to pronounce clapping
Words that rhyme with clappings
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of clappings.
Questions about saying clappings
How do you pronounce clappings?
Say KLAP-ingz. The American pronunciation is /ˈklæpɪŋz/. In British English it is /ˈklæpɪŋz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clappings?
Clappings has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLAP). Broken into parts: KLAP · ingz.
Do Americans and Brits say clappings the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈklæpɪŋz/ and the British form is /ˈklæpɪŋz/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.