How to Pronounce "lactating"
word
ˈɫækteɪtɪŋ
LAK-tay-ting
lˈækteɪtɪŋ
LAK-tay-ting
Definition
Producing milk from the breasts, usually referring to a female mammal that is feeding a baby.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫækteɪtɪŋ
British English
lˈækteɪtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAK-tay-ting
UK
LAK-tay-ting
Listen in Context
The lactating mother feeds her baby several times a day.
A lactating cow produces milk for her calf.
Only lactating females can nurse their young.
During the lactating period, mothers need extra nutrition.