How to Pronounce "micromanaging"
word
ˌmaɪkɹoʊˈmænɪdʒɪŋ
MY-kroh-MAN-ij-ing
mˌaɪkɹəʊmˈænɪdʒɪŋ
MY-kroh-MAN-ij-ing
Definition
Closely controlling every small detail of someone's work or tasks, often in a way that is excessive or unnecessary.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌmaɪkɹoʊˈmænɪdʒɪŋ
British English
mˌaɪkɹəʊmˈænɪdʒɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MY-kroh-MAN-ij-ing
UK
MY-kroh-MAN-ij-ing
Listen in Context
Her boss is always micromanaging her work.
Micromanaging makes employees feel stressed.
He was tired of his manager micromanaging everything he did.
If you keep micromanaging your team, they're going to lose motivation.