How to pronounce tripping
Say it like TRIP-ing. Tripping has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRIP).
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- TRIP
- ing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tripping pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TRIPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of tripping
American and British speakers say tripping in essentially the same way: /ˈtrɪpɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈtrɪpɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: TRIP-ing.
What does tripping mean?
- characterized by a buoyant rhythm“an easy lilting stride”“the flute broke into a light lilting air”
- moving easily and quickly; nimble“the dancer was light and graceful”“a lightsome buoyant step”
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Words that rhyme with tripping
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Questions about saying tripping
How do you pronounce tripping?
Say TRIP-ing. The American pronunciation is /ˈtrɪpɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈtrɪpɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tripping?
Tripping has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRIP). Broken into parts: TRIP · ing.
Do Americans and Brits say tripping the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtrɪpɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈtrɪpɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.