How to Pronounce "nailing"
word
ˈneɪɫɪŋ
NAY-ling
nˈeɪlɪŋ
NAY-ling
Definition
The act of putting a nail into something, often using a hammer. Informally, it also means doing something very well or succeeding perfectly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈneɪɫɪŋ
British English
nˈeɪlɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NAY-ling
UK
NAY-ling
Listen in Context
He spent the afternoon nailing boards together to build a table.
She is nailing the signs to the wall.
You’re really nailing your English homework this week!
Wow, you’re totally nailing that dance move!