How to Pronounce "outsourcing"
word
ˌaʊtˈsɔɹsɪŋ
owt-SOR-sing
aʊtsˈɔːsɪŋ
owts-AW-sing
Definition
Outsourcing is when a company hires another company or people outside its own staff to do work or provide services, often to save money or focus on key activities.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌaʊtˈsɔɹsɪŋ
British English
aʊtsˈɔːsɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
owt-SOR-sing
UK
owts-AW-sing
Listen in Context
Many companies use outsourcing for customer support.
The factory saved money through outsourcing some work.
Outsourcing can help businesses focus on their strengths.
The IT department is considering outsourcing some of its projects to speed things up.