How to Pronounce "clearing"
word
/ˈkɫɪɹɪŋ/
KLEER-ing
/klˈiəɹɪŋ/
KLEE-uh-ring
Definition
A clearing is an open area in a forest or among trees where there are few or no trees. It can also mean the process of officially settling payments or checks between banks and financial institutions.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɫɪɹɪŋ/
British English
/klˈiəɹɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KLEER-ing
UK
KLEE-uh-ring
Listen in Context
We found a small clearing in the forest and had lunch there.
The deer stood quietly in the clearing.
The bank said the check is still clearing.
Let's meet in that clearing by the lake before sunset.