How to Pronounce "kneading"
word
ˈnidɪŋ
NEE-ding
nˈiːdɪŋ
NEED-ing
Definition
Pressing, folding, and stretching dough or another soft substance with your hands, usually to mix it and develop its texture. Also used for massaging muscles or when cats rhythmically press with their paws.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnidɪŋ
British English
nˈiːdɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NEE-ding
UK
NEED-ing
Listen in Context
She is kneading the dough for bread.
The cat is kneading my blanket with its paws.
He started kneading the clay to make a pot.
I've been kneading this dough for ten minutes and it's finally soft.