How to Pronounce "gearing"
word
ˈɡɪɹɪŋ
GEER-ing
ɡˈiəɹɪŋ
gee-REENG
Definition
'Gearing' refers to the system of gears in a machine or vehicle, or the ratio of a company's debt to its equity in finance.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɪɹɪŋ
British English
ɡˈiəɹɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GEER-ing
UK
gee-REENG
Listen in Context
The bicycle's gearing makes it easier to climb hills.
The car has new gearing to improve its speed.
The company's high gearing makes it risky for investors.
If you change the gearing on your bike, pedaling gets a lot easier.