How to Pronounce "referring"
word
/ɹɪˈfɝɪŋ/
ri-FUR-ing
/ɹɪfˈɜːɹɪŋ/
ri-FUR-ing
Definition
“Referring” is the -ing form of “refer.” It means mentioning someone or something, pointing to what is meant, or sending a person to another person or place for help or information.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɹɪˈfɝɪŋ/
British English
/ɹɪfˈɜːɹɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-FUR-ing
UK
ri-FUR-ing
Listen in Context
I am referring to the red book on the table.
The teacher kept referring to the map during class.
The doctor is referring her to a specialist.
Just to be clear, I wasn’t referring to you.