How to Pronounce "purifying"
word
ˈpjʊɹəˌfaɪɪŋ
PYOO-ruh-fy-ing
pjˈʊɹɪfˌaɪɪŋ
pyoo-RIH-fy-ing
Definition
Making something clean, pure, or free from harmful substances or impurities. This can refer to air, water, emotions, or even one's thoughts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpjʊɹəˌfaɪɪŋ
British English
pjˈʊɹɪfˌaɪɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PYOO-ruh-fy-ing
UK
pyoo-RIH-fy-ing
Listen in Context
The purifying machine makes the water safe to drink.
They are purifying the air in the building.
The river needs purifying before fish can live there again.
Yoga can be a purifying experience for both mind and body.