How to Pronounce "freshening"
word
ˈfɹɛʃənɪŋ/, /ˈfɹɛʃnɪŋ
FRESH-uh-ning
fɹˈɛʃənɪŋ
fresh-UH-ning
Definition
The act or process of making something fresher, cleaner, or newer; can also refer to something becoming cooler or more lively, especially about air, weather, or appearance.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɹɛʃənɪŋ/, /ˈfɹɛʃnɪŋ
British English
fɹˈɛʃənɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FRESH-uh-ning
UK
fresh-UH-ning
Listen in Context
There is a freshening wind blowing from the sea.
I did some freshening up before the meeting.
The air is freshening after the rain.
She spent a few minutes freshening up in the restroom before dinner.