How to Pronounce "lessening"
word
ˈɫɛsənɪŋ
LES-uh-ning
lˈɛsənɪŋ
LES-uh-ning
Definition
A decrease or reduction in the amount, strength, or degree of something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɛsənɪŋ
British English
lˈɛsənɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LES-uh-ning
UK
LES-uh-ning
Listen in Context
There has been a lessening of noise since the new rules were made.
Doctors noticed a lessening of her pain after the treatment.
The lessening of traffic made it easier to cross the street.
We're hoping for a lessening of tensions between the two countries soon.