How to Pronounce "writhing"
word
ˈɹaɪðɪŋ/, /ˈɹɪθɪŋ
RYE-thing
ɹˈaɪðɪŋ
RYE-thing
Definition
Moving your body with twisting, squirming movements, usually because of pain, discomfort, or strong emotion.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹaɪðɪŋ/, /ˈɹɪθɪŋ
British English
ɹˈaɪðɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RYE-thing
UK
RYE-thing
Listen in Context
The snake was writhing on the ground after being caught.
He was writhing in pain after he twisted his ankle.
The bug on its back was writhing to get up.
He dropped the hot pan and started writhing from the burn.