How to Pronounce "engraving"
word
ɪnˈɡɹeɪvɪŋ
in-GRAY-ving
ɛnɡɹˈeɪvɪŋ
en-GRAY-ving
Definition
An engraving is an image, design, or text that is cut or carved into a hard surface, often metal, wood, or stone. It can also refer to the print made from such a carved surface.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪnˈɡɹeɪvɪŋ
British English
ɛnɡɹˈeɪvɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-GRAY-ving
UK
en-GRAY-ving
Listen in Context
The museum has a beautiful engraving of a tree.
She bought a silver pendant with an engraving of her name.
An engraving takes time and special tools to make.
He collects rare engravings from the 18th century.