How to Pronounce "spooking"
word
ˈspuk
SPOOK-ing
spˈuːkɪŋ
sp-OO-king
Definition
Causing someone or something to become suddenly frightened or startled, usually unexpectedly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspuk
British English
spˈuːkɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPOOK-ing
UK
sp-OO-king
Listen in Context
The loud noise ended up spooking the cat.
The horse ran away after spooking at a plastic bag.
Stop spooking your little brother!
He's always spooking himself by watching scary movies late at night.