How to Pronounce "chastising"
word
tʃæˈstaɪzɪŋ
cha-STY-zing
tʃˈɑːstaɪzɪŋ
cha-STY-zing
Definition
Chastising means scolding, criticizing, or punishing someone verbally for doing something wrong.
IPA Transcription
American English
tʃæˈstaɪzɪŋ
British English
tʃˈɑːstaɪzɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
cha-STY-zing
UK
cha-STY-zing
Listen in Context
The teacher was chastising the student for being late.
My mom is always chastising me for not cleaning my room.
He was chastising his dog for barking too much.
Instead of just chastising her employees, the manager offered helpful feedback.