How to Pronounce "permitting"
word
pɝˈmɪtɪŋ
per-MIT-ing
pəmˈɪtɪŋ
puh-MIT-ing
Definition
Allowing something to happen or giving formal approval for something. "Permitting" is the continuous or participle form of the verb "permit."
IPA Transcription
American English
pɝˈmɪtɪŋ
British English
pəmˈɪtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
per-MIT-ing
UK
puh-MIT-ing
Listen in Context
The school is permitting students to use their phones during breaks.
Are you permitting pets in your apartment?
We are permitting guests for only one night.
We're having a picnic tomorrow, permitting the weather stays nice.