How to Pronounce "baptizing"
word
bæpˈtaɪz
bap-TYZ-ing
ˈbæp.taɪ.zɪŋ
BAP-ty-zing
Definition
The act of giving baptism, usually a religious ritual involving water that welcomes someone into the Christian faith. It can also be used metaphorically to mean introducing someone to a new experience.
IPA Transcription
American English
bæpˈtaɪz
British English
ˈbæp.taɪ.zɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bap-TYZ-ing
UK
BAP-ty-zing
Listen in Context
The priest is baptizing the baby during the ceremony.
They are baptizing new members every Sunday.
Mother Teresa spent her life baptizing children in need.
We're baptizing our daughter next weekend—everyone's invited!