How to Pronounce "menacing"
word
ˈmɛnəsɪŋ
MEN-uh-sing
mˈɛnɪsɪŋ
MEN-ih-sing
Definition
Something or someone that is menacing looks, sounds, or acts in a way that makes people feel threatened or afraid, as if a danger is coming.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɛnəsɪŋ
British English
mˈɛnɪsɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MEN-uh-sing
UK
MEN-ih-sing
Listen in Context
The dog gave a menacing growl.
She gave him a menacing look.
Dark clouds looked menacing in the sky.
There was a menacing tone in his voice that made everyone nervous.