How to Pronounce "coaxing"
word
ˈkoʊksɪŋ
KOHKS-ing
kˈəʊksɪŋ
KOHKS-ing
Definition
Gently persuading someone to do something, often with soft words or encouragement.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkoʊksɪŋ
British English
kˈəʊksɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOHKS-ing
UK
KOHKS-ing
Listen in Context
Her mother's coaxing finally convinced her to eat the vegetables.
With a bit of coaxing, the dog came out from under the bed.
No amount of coaxing could get him to change his mind.
He used some gentle coaxing to help his friend try the new food.