How to Pronounce "spiralling"
word
ˈspaɪɹəɫɪŋ
SPY-ruh-ling
spˈaɪəɹəlˌɪŋ
SPY-uh-ruh-ling
Definition
Moving in a spiral or circular path, or increasing rapidly and uncontrollably, especially with prices, costs, or situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspaɪɹəɫɪŋ
British English
spˈaɪəɹəlˌɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPY-ruh-ling
UK
SPY-uh-ruh-ling
Listen in Context
The bird was spiralling above the trees.
Prices are spiralling out of control.
My worries kept spiralling all night.
The company's debts have been spiralling since last year.