How to Pronounce "sailing"
word
/ˈseɪɫɪŋ/
SAY-ling
/sˈeɪlɪŋ/
SAY-ling
Definition
Sailing is the activity or sport of traveling on water in a boat moved mainly by the wind. It can also refer more generally to a journey by sea.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈseɪɫɪŋ/
British English
/sˈeɪlɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SAY-ling
UK
SAY-ling
Listen in Context
We went sailing on the lake last Sunday.
Sailing is her favorite summer sport.
They are taking sailing lessons this month.
I’ve always wanted to try sailing, but I get nervous on open water.