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