How to Pronounce "atoning"
word
əˈtoʊn
uh-TOHN-ing
ɐtˈəʊnɪŋ
uh-TONE-ing
Definition
Trying to make up for a mistake, sin, or wrongdoing, often by apologizing or making things right.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈtoʊn
British English
ɐtˈəʊnɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-TOHN-ing
UK
uh-TONE-ing
Listen in Context
The criminal is atoning by doing community service.
He is atoning for his lies by helping others.
She spent years atoning for her mistakes.
He's always atoning for little things, even when nobody is upset.