How to Pronounce "alienating"
word
ˈeɪɫiəˌneɪtɪŋ
AY-lee-uh-NAY-ting
ˈeɪliənˌeɪtɪŋ
AY-lee-uhn-AY-ting
Definition
Making someone feel isolated, unwelcome, or no longer part of a group or place. It can describe actions or behaviors that push people away emotionally.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪɫiəˌneɪtɪŋ
British English
ˈeɪliənˌeɪtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AY-lee-uh-NAY-ting
UK
AY-lee-uhn-AY-ting
Listen in Context
His rude comments were alienating his friends.
Wearing expensive clothes can be alienating to some people.
The company's strict rules are alienating employees.
Moving to a new country can feel really alienating at first.