How to Pronounce "burying"
word
/ˈbɛɹiɪŋ/
BE-ree-ing
/bˈɛɹɪɪŋ/
BE-ree-ing
Definition
The act of putting something into the ground and covering it with earth. Often used for burying people who have died, but also for hiding objects or waste underground.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbɛɹiɪŋ/
British English
/bˈɛɹɪɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BE-ree-ing
UK
BE-ree-ing
Listen in Context
They are burying the old tree roots in the garden.
He is burying time capsules for his children to find later.
The family is burying their pet in the backyard.
We spent hours burying all the evidence before anyone saw it.