How to Pronounce "sighing"
word
/ˈsaɪɪŋ/
SY-ing
/sˈaɪɪŋ/
SY-ing
Definition
Breathing out slowly and audibly, usually expressing sadness, tiredness, relief, or frustration. Can also describe the sound of wind blowing gently.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsaɪɪŋ/
British English
/sˈaɪɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SY-ing
UK
SY-ing
Listen in Context
She kept sighing during the boring meeting.
He was sighing with relief after passing the exam.
Stop sighing and tell me what is wrong.
I could hear her sighing heavily from the next room, so I knew something was bothering her.