How to Pronounce "annexing"
word
əˈnɛksɪŋ
uh-NEKS-ing
ˈænɛksɪŋ
AN-eks-ing
Definition
Taking control of land or territory and adding it to your own country, usually by force or official decision. Sometimes also used for adding or joining something extra to a larger thing.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈnɛksɪŋ
British English
ˈænɛksɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-NEKS-ing
UK
AN-eks-ing
Listen in Context
The country is annexing a nearby region.
They discussed annexing the new land at the meeting.
The government is annexing extra space for the school building.
Many locals protested against the army annexing their territory.