How to Pronounce "estimating"
word
ˈɛstəˌmeɪtɪŋ
ES-tuh-MAY-ting
ˈɛstɪmˌeɪtɪŋ
ES-tim-AY-ting
Definition
Finding or calculating an approximate value, amount, or size based on available information. It means making a good guess when you do not know the exact number.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛstəˌmeɪtɪŋ
British English
ˈɛstɪmˌeɪtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ES-tuh-MAY-ting
UK
ES-tim-AY-ting
Listen in Context
She is estimating how much money she will need for her trip.
We are estimating the time it will take to finish this project.
He is estimating the number of people at the party.
I'm just estimating here, but I think it should cost about $200.