How to pronounce wigging
Say it like WIG-ing. Wigging has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WIG).
- WIG
- ing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wigging pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WIGSay 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 wigging
American and British speakers say wigging in essentially the same way: /ˈwɪɡɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈwɪɡɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: WIG-ing.
What does wigging mean?
- present participle and gerund of wig How to pronounce wig
- The action of the verb wig (in various senses).
- A telling-off or reprimand.
- The practice of male stuntmen performing for actresses.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- earwigging
Words that rhyme with wigging
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of wigging.
Questions about saying wigging
How do you pronounce wigging?
Say WIG-ing. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɪɡɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈwɪɡɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wigging?
Wigging has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WIG). Broken into parts: WIG · ing.
Do Americans and Brits say wigging the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈwɪɡɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈwɪɡɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.