How to Pronounce "prizefighting"
word
ˈpraɪzˌfaɪtɪŋ
PRYZ-fy-ting
ˈpraɪzˌfaɪtɪŋ
PRYZ-fy-ting
Definition
Prizefighting is the sport of fighting, usually boxing, where the participants compete for money or prizes instead of just for sport or practice.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpraɪzˌfaɪtɪŋ
British English
ˈpraɪzˌfaɪtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRYZ-fy-ting
UK
PRYZ-fy-ting
Listen in Context
Prizefighting began as an illegal sport in many countries.
In prizefighting, boxers compete to win money.
Not all fighting sports are prizefighting.
Many famous boxers started their careers in underground prizefighting rings.