How to Pronounce "wrecking"
word
/ˈɹɛkɪŋ/
RE-king
/ɹˈɛkɪŋ/
RE-king
Definition
The act of destroying or severely damaging something, most often a building; also used for causing great harm or ruin in general.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹɛkɪŋ/
British English
/ɹˈɛkɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RE-king
UK
RE-king
Listen in Context
The wrecking of the old building started today.
The wrecking company used a huge crane.
A wrecking ball knocked down the wall.
The city hired a wrecking crew to clear the old warehouses.