noun Uncommon

rapping

RAP-ihng

Rapping (noun) means the act of performing rhythmic spoken lyrics as part of rap or hip-hop music. Example: “His rapping style is fast and full of wordplay.”

noun

The act of performing rhythmic spoken lyrics as part of rap or hip-hop music.

"His rapping style is fast and full of wordplay."

"She's been rapping since she was ten years old."

The sound of knocking.

"A sharp rapping at the door woke them up."

"The rapping on the window grew louder as the storm picked up."

How to Use Rapping

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishPerforming rap music, or the sound of repeated knocking.

Word Forms

more rapping comparative, rappings plural, most rapping superlative

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Rhymes for rapping

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “rapping” mean?

The word “rapping” means the act of performing rhythmic spoken lyrics as part of rap or hip-hop music. In plain terms, performing rap music, or the sound of repeated knocking.

How do you pronounce “rapping”?

“Rapping” is pronounced RAP-ihng (/ˈɹæp.ɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “rapping” in a sentence?

Here is “rapping” used in a sentence: “His rapping style is fast and full of wordplay.”

What part of speech is “rapping”?

“Rapping” is a noun.

Is “rapping” a common word?

“Rapping” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “rapping” have?

“Rapping” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of performing rhythmic spoken lyrics as part of rap or hip-hop music.