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patting

The word “patting” has 2 syllables: pat-ting

It's pronounced as /ˈpætɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for patting?

In the thesaurus, “patting” has 31 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for patting along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for patting

Meanings of patting

  • verb
    1. To (gently) tap the flat of one's hand on a person or thing.
    2. To hit lightly and repeatedly with the flat of the hand to make smooth or flat.
    3. To stroke or fondle (an animal).
    4. To gently rain.
  • noun
    1. The act by which something is patted.

Example Sentences

  • She was gently patting the baby's back to help him burp.
  • He kept patting his pockets to find his keys.
  • The coach was patting players on the back after the game.
  • She smiled while patting the dog on its head.
  • He was patting the soil down around the plant.

On this page you'll find 31 synonyms or another words to patting, such as: babying, billing, bouncing, canoodling, caressing, coddling, cradling.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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