How to Pronounce "paring"
word
ˈpɛɹɪŋ
PAIR-ing
pˈeəɹɪŋ
PAIR-ing
Definition
A thin piece or strip that is removed from the outside of fruit or vegetables when you peel or trim them. 'Paring' can also refer to the act of cutting away small parts to make something smaller or neater.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɛɹɪŋ
British English
pˈeəɹɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAIR-ing
UK
PAIR-ing
Listen in Context
I put the apple parings in the compost bin.
She carefully removed the potato parings.
Throw the carrot parings away.
All those little parings add up when you cook for a big family.