How to Pronounce "wrenching"
word
ˈɹɛntʃɪŋ
REN-ching
ɹˈɛntʃɪŋ
ren-CHING
Definition
Causing a strong feeling of sadness or distress; very emotionally painful. It can also mean to twist or pull something forcefully.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɛntʃɪŋ
British English
ɹˈɛntʃɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
REN-ching
UK
ren-CHING
Listen in Context
The movie had a wrenching ending that made everyone cry.
She made a wrenching decision to leave her hometown.
His sudden death was wrenching for the whole family.
Listening to her story was truly wrenching—I couldn't stop thinking about it.