How to Pronounce "wading"
word
ˈweɪdɪŋ
WAY-ding
wˈeɪdɪŋ
WAY-ding
Definition
Moving through water that is not deep, usually by walking in it. Often used when you step into rivers, lakes, or the sea where the water comes up to your ankles, knees, or waist.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈweɪdɪŋ
British English
wˈeɪdɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAY-ding
UK
WAY-ding
Listen in Context
The children were wading in the shallow stream.
I saw a bird wading near the lake.
She is wading through the pool to reach her friend.
We spent the afternoon wading along the shoreline, looking for shells.