How to Pronounce "prohibiting"
word
pɹoʊˈhɪbətɪŋ
pro-HIB-uh-ting
pɹəhˈɪbɪtɪŋ
pruh-HIB-it-ing
Definition
Not allowing something to happen or making it officially forbidden, especially by law or rule.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹoʊˈhɪbətɪŋ
British English
pɹəhˈɪbɪtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pro-HIB-uh-ting
UK
pruh-HIB-it-ing
Listen in Context
The school has a rule prohibiting cell phones in class.
There is a law prohibiting smoking in restaurants.
Signs prohibiting entry are posted on the door.
By prohibiting outside food, the theater keeps things cleaner.