How Many Syllables Are in "Clapping"?
clapping has 2 syllables.
Syllable breakdown
clap-ping
- Word
- clapping
- Syllable count
- 2
- Pronunciation
- /ˈklæ.pɪŋ/
- Part of speech
- verb
Definition
Hitting the hands together to make a sound.
Example sentence
The audience kept clapping.
Counts reflect a common American English reading. Pronunciation can vary. Source: Owner-reported CMU Pronouncing Dictionary check; no pronunciation note supplied..