How to Pronounce "racketeering"
word
ˌɹækɪˈtɪɹɪŋ
rak-i-TEER-ing
ɹˌækɪtˈiəɹɪŋ
rak-i-TEE-uh-ring
Definition
Racketeering is the act of running illegal business activities, especially those involving extortion, fraud, or organized crime. It often refers to ongoing or systematic criminal operations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɹækɪˈtɪɹɪŋ
British English
ɹˌækɪtˈiəɹɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
rak-i-TEER-ing
UK
rak-i-TEE-uh-ring
Listen in Context
The police arrested him for racketeering.
Racketeering is a serious crime.
He was charged with racketeering in court.
The gang made millions through racketeering for years.