How to Pronounce "straightening"
word
ˈstɹeɪtənɪŋ/, /ˈstɹeɪtnɪŋ
STRAY-tuh-ning
stɹˈeɪtənɪŋ
stray-TUH-ning
Definition
The act of making something straight or removing curves, bends, or tangles.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɹeɪtənɪŋ/, /ˈstɹeɪtnɪŋ
British English
stɹˈeɪtənɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STRAY-tuh-ning
UK
stray-TUH-ning
Listen in Context
She is straightening her hair before going out.
He spent the morning straightening the chairs in the room.
I am straightening my back to sit properly.
She spent hours straightening her messy desk.