How to Pronounce "whirring"
word
/ˈhwɝɪŋ/
WUR-ing
/wˈɜːɹɪŋ/
WUR-ing
Definition
A continuous, low, fast sound often made by machines, fans, or insects when they spin or move.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈhwɝɪŋ/
British English
/wˈɜːɹɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WUR-ing
UK
WUR-ing
Listen in Context
The whirring of the fan helped me sleep.
I heard a whirring noise from the kitchen.
The bee's wings made a soft whirring sound.
My laptop started whirring loudly when I opened too many tabs.