How to Pronounce "engulfing"
word
ɪnˈɡəɫfɪŋ
in-GUHL-fing
ɛnɡˈʌlfɪŋ
en-GULF-ing
Definition
Covering or surrounding something completely, often by flowing over or flooding it. It can also mean to overwhelm emotionally.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪnˈɡəɫfɪŋ
British English
ɛnɡˈʌlfɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-GUHL-fing
UK
en-GULF-ing
Listen in Context
The fire was engulfing the house quickly.
Dark clouds are engulfing the sky.
Water was engulfing the street after the storm.
She felt anxiety engulfing her before the test.