How to Pronounce "lacking"
word
/ˈɫækɪŋ/
LA-king
/lˈækɪŋ/
LA-king
Definition
Not having enough of something, or being deficient in a particular quality. Can be used as an adjective or as a present participle of "lack."
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫækɪŋ/
British English
/lˈækɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LA-king
UK
LA-king
Listen in Context
The report was lacking in detail.
He is lacking confidence for the interview.
The project is lacking funding.
The food tasted fine but was lacking that special something that makes a meal memorable.