How to Pronounce "slithering"
word
ˈsɫɪðɝɪŋ
SLIH-thur-ing
slˈɪðəɹɪŋ
slih-THER-ing
Definition
Moving smoothly and quietly, like a snake, by sliding along a surface. Often used to describe snake or reptile movement, but can also refer to any wavy, gliding motion.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɫɪðɝɪŋ
British English
slˈɪðəɹɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SLIH-thur-ing
UK
slih-THER-ing
Listen in Context
The snake was slithering across the grass.
A lizard was slithering under the rock.
We watched the worm slithering on the sidewalk.
He entered the room, almost slithering along the wall so no one would notice.