How to Pronounce "abstaining"
word
æbˈsteɪnɪŋ/, /əbˈsteɪnɪŋ
ub-STAY-ning
ɐbstˈeɪnɪŋ
ub-STAY-ning
Definition
Choosing not to do or take part in something, especially avoiding a particular activity, food, drink, or vote.
IPA Transcription
American English
æbˈsteɪnɪŋ/, /əbˈsteɪnɪŋ
British English
ɐbstˈeɪnɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ub-STAY-ning
UK
ub-STAY-ning
Listen in Context
She is abstaining from sweets during Lent.
Three members are abstaining from the vote.
He is abstaining from alcohol this month.
After last year’s experience, I’m abstaining from gambling for good.