How to Pronounce "escalating"
word
ˈɛskəˌɫeɪtɪŋ
ES-kuh-lay-ting
ˈɛskɐlˌeɪtɪŋ
ES-kuh-lay-ting
Definition
Getting bigger, more serious, or more intense over time, especially referring to problems, costs, or arguments.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛskəˌɫeɪtɪŋ
British English
ˈɛskɐlˌeɪtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ES-kuh-lay-ting
UK
ES-kuh-lay-ting
Listen in Context
The escalating cost of living worries many people.
There were escalating tensions between the two countries.
We need to stop this escalating problem before it gets out of hand.
Her escalating frustration was obvious during the meeting.