How to Pronounce "pleadings"
word
ˈpɫidɪŋz
PLEE-dingz
plˈiːdɪŋz
plee-DINGZ
Definition
In law, 'pleadings' are the formal written statements made by the parties in a lawsuit to outline their claims, defenses, or other legal positions presented to the court.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɫidɪŋz
British English
plˈiːdɪŋz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PLEE-dingz
UK
plee-DINGZ
Listen in Context
The lawyer prepared the pleadings for the court case.
All pleadings must be filed by next Monday.
The judge reviewed the pleadings before making a decision.
Both sides exchanged several pleadings during the lengthy trial.