How to Pronounce "depriving"
word
dɪˈpɹaɪvɪŋ
di-PRY-ving
dɪpɹˈaɪvɪŋ
di-PRY-ving
Definition
Taking something away from someone or not allowing them to have something they need or want.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈpɹaɪvɪŋ
British English
dɪpɹˈaɪvɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-PRY-ving
UK
di-PRY-ving
Listen in Context
The new rules are depriving workers of their breaks.
Lack of sleep is depriving him of energy.
She was depriving herself of sweets to stay healthy.
By staying late at work every night, he's really depriving himself of a social life.