How to Pronounce "mincing"
word
ˈmɪnsɪŋ
MIN-sing
mˈɪnsɪŋ
MIN-sing
Definition
"Mincing" means walking, speaking, or behaving in an overly delicate or careful way, often to appear refined. It can also refer to food that is cut into very small pieces.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɪnsɪŋ
British English
mˈɪnsɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MIN-sing
UK
MIN-sing
Listen in Context
He took mincing steps across the stage.
She avoids mincing her words when she's upset.
The chef is mincing garlic for the recipe.
He spoke in a mincing voice that made everyone roll their eyes.