How to Pronounce "bailing"
word
/ˈbeɪɫɪŋ/
BAY-ling
/bˈeɪlɪŋ/
BAY-ling
Definition
'Bailing' means removing water from something, usually a boat. Informally, it can also mean leaving or quitting a place or activity suddenly.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbeɪɫɪŋ/
British English
/bˈeɪlɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAY-ling
UK
BAY-ling
Listen in Context
He is bailing water out of the boat.
We started bailing when water came in.
She is bailing on the meeting today.
I can't believe you're bailing at the last minute!