How to Pronounce "happening"
word
/ˈhæpənɪŋ/, /ˈhæpnɪŋ/
HA-puh-ning
/hˈæpənɪŋ/
HA-puh-ning
Definition
A "happening" is an event, especially something unexpected or interesting that takes place. It can also refer to an art performance or social event.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈhæpənɪŋ/, /ˈhæpnɪŋ/
British English
/hˈæpənɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HA-puh-ning
UK
HA-puh-ning
Listen in Context
There was a strange happening in the park last night.
The art gallery hosted a modern happening.
We missed the big happening at school.
Did you hear about the wild happening downtown this weekend?