How to Pronounce "enlisting"
word
ɛnˈɫɪstɪŋ/, /ɪnˈɫɪstɪŋ
en-LIS-ting or in-LIS-ting
ɛnlˈɪstɪŋ
en-LIS-ting
Definition
The act of signing up, joining, or getting someone to join, often used for joining the military, but also for getting help or participation in a cause or activity.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɛnˈɫɪstɪŋ/, /ɪnˈɫɪstɪŋ
British English
ɛnlˈɪstɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
en-LIS-ting or in-LIS-ting
UK
en-LIS-ting
Listen in Context
He is enlisting in the navy next month.
We are enlisting volunteers for the event.
She thanked everyone for enlisting their help.
After enlisting, he was sent to basic training.