Swimming

8 lettersnouncommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

The sport or activity of propelling oneself through water using the limbs. One of the most popular forms of exercise and recreation worldwide.

“Swimming is an excellent cardiovascular workout that's easy on the joints.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/ˈswɪmɪŋ/

Syllables

swim·ming

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Synonyms

bathingaquaticsnatation

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Wordle

Not typically used in Wordle due to 8-letter length; contains double-M and -ING ending

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Scrabble

Worth 16 points; the double-M and W provide strong scoring potential

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