How to Pronounce "in passing"
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈpæsɪŋ
in PAS-ing
ˈɪn/ /pˈɑːsɪŋ
in PAH-sing
Definition
Used to mention something briefly while talking about something else, not as the main topic.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈpæsɪŋ
British English
ˈɪn/ /pˈɑːsɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in PAS-ing
UK
in PAH-sing
Listen in Context
He mentioned my name in passing during the meeting.
She told me about her new job in passing yesterday.
I heard in passing that the shop will close soon.
He just brought it up in passing—I don't think it's serious.