How to Pronounce "irritating"
word
/ˈɪɹəˌteɪtɪŋ/
IH-ruh-tay-ting
/ˈɪɹɪtˌeɪtɪŋ/
IH-ri-TAY-ting
Definition
Irritating describes something that makes you feel annoyed or uncomfortable. It can refer to people, sounds, behaviors, or even physical sensations that bother you.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɪɹəˌteɪtɪŋ/
British English
/ˈɪɹɪtˌeɪtɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IH-ruh-tay-ting
UK
IH-ri-TAY-ting
Listen in Context
That loud alarm is very irritating.
He has an irritating habit of interrupting people.
The wool sweater feels irritating on my skin.
Nothing is more irritating than being stuck in traffic when you're late.