flip

17 synonyms for flip, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Verb — To turn something over quickly, often with a snapping motion.

Synonyms

Everyday swaps

Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.

spin pitch pass

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

toss flick alternate interchange riff leaf somerset

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

overturn invert somersault riffle summersault somersaulting summerset

Synonyms by Meaning

1. verb

To turn something over quickly, often with a snapping motion.

“She flipped the card over to see what was written on the back.”

toss overturn invert flick spin somersault riffle pitch alternate interchange riff leaf

2. noun

A maneuver that rotates something, or someone, end over end.

“The diver did a double flip before entering the water.”

pass somerset summersault somersaulting somersault summerset toss

How to use flip

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

flip a coin flip a house flip out flip a pancake

"Flip out" (get angry) and "flip a house" (resell for profit) are both informal usages.

Etymology

An alteration of the older word fillip, describing a snap of the fingers or thumb.

Full origin of flip →

Frequently asked questions

What does “flip” mean?

The word “flip” means to turn something over quickly, often with a snapping motion. In plain terms, to turn something over quickly, or informally, to buy-and-resell for profit, or to suddenly lose your temper.

How do you pronounce “flip”?

“Flip” is pronounced flihp (/flɪp/ in IPA).

How do you use “flip” in a sentence?

Here is “flip” used in a sentence: “He flipped the pancake perfectly on the first try.”

What part of speech is “flip”?

Depending on how it is used, “flip” can be a verb and a noun.

Is “flip” a common word?

“Flip” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

How many meanings does “flip” have?

“Flip” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to turn something over quickly, often with a snapping motion.

What is the difference between flip and flop?

To flip is to turn something over quickly with a snapping motion. Flop suggests falling or dropping heavily and loosely, without control. Flipping is a sharp, deliberate turn, while flopping is a limp, uncontrolled movement.

What is the difference between flip and toss?

Both can describe throwing something into the air, and "flip a coin" and "toss a coin" mean the same thing. Flip stresses the quick turning or spinning motion, while toss stresses the throwing motion, so they overlap closely but are not always interchangeable.

What is the difference between flip and turn?

Turn is a general word for changing position or direction, and it can be slow or gentle. Flip specifically means to turn something over quickly, often with a snapping motion, as when you flip a pancake. Flip implies speed and a sudden movement that turn does not.

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