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