How to Pronounce "stoning"
word
ˈstoʊnɪŋ
STOH-ning
stˈəʊnɪŋ
STOH-ning
Definition
Stoning is a brutal form of punishment or execution where a group of people throw stones at a person until they are seriously injured or killed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstoʊnɪŋ
British English
stˈəʊnɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STOH-ning
UK
STOH-ning
Listen in Context
Stoning is a form of punishment used in some countries.
Many people protest against stoning.
Stoning is considered a cruel punishment.
The international community condemned the act of stoning as a violation of human rights.