How to pronounce "handicapping"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "handicapping"

Learn how to break down "handicapping" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

hand-i-cap-ping
4 syllables

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

HH AE1 N D IY0 K AE2 P IH0 NG
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Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
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  • Practice each syllable separately

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Definition of "handicapping"

Verb

  • To encumber with a handicap in any contest.
  • (by extension) To place at disadvantage.
    Example: "The candidate was handicapped by her lack of experience."
  • To estimate betting odds.
    Example: "Grandpa Andy would buy the racing form the day ahead of time so he could handicap the race before he even arrived at the track."

Noun

  • The imposition of a handicap.

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