How to pronounce warping
Say it like WOR-ping. Warping has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WOR).
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- WOR
- ping
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Warping pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- pingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of warping
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WAW-ping.
What does warping mean?
- present participle and gerund of warp How to pronounce warp
- An action or motion that warps or twists.
- the deformation of the Earth's crust over a large area
- The art or occupation of preparing warp or webs for the weaver.
Where does warping come from?
From Middle English warpynge; equivalent to warp + -ing.
Questions about saying warping
How do you pronounce warping?
Say WOR-ping. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɔrpɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈwɔːpɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in warping?
Warping has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WOR). Broken into parts: WOR · ping.
Is warping pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈwɔːpɪŋ/ (WAW-ping).