How to Pronounce "wiretapping"
word
ˈwaɪɝˌtæpɪŋ
WY-er-tap-ing
wˈaɪətæpɪŋ
WY-uh-tap-ing
Definition
Wiretapping is secretly listening to or recording telephone conversations, usually done by authorities or investigators to gather information.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwaɪɝˌtæpɪŋ
British English
wˈaɪətæpɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WY-er-tap-ing
UK
WY-uh-tap-ing
Listen in Context
The police used wiretapping to gather evidence.
Wiretapping is illegal without a warrant.
The journalist uncovered a wiretapping scandal.
People are worried about government wiretapping and privacy.