How to Pronounce "severing"
word
ˈsɛvɝɪŋ
SEV-er-ing
sˈɛvəɹɪŋ
SEV-uh-ring
Definition
Cutting something completely apart, or stopping a connection or relationship suddenly and completely.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛvɝɪŋ
British English
sˈɛvəɹɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SEV-er-ing
UK
SEV-uh-ring
Listen in Context
He is severing the rope with a knife.
The accident resulted in severing his connection to his friends.
They are severing all ties with the company.
After the argument, she considered severing contact for good.