How to Pronounce "preventing"
word
pɹiˈvɛnɪŋ/, /pɹiˈvɛntɪŋ/, /pɹɪˈvɛnɪŋ/, /pɹɪˈvɛntɪŋ
pri-VEN-ting
pɹɪvˈɛntɪŋ
pri-VEN-ting
Definition
Stopping something from happening before it starts; taking action to avoid a problem or unwanted situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹiˈvɛnɪŋ/, /pɹiˈvɛntɪŋ/, /pɹɪˈvɛnɪŋ/, /pɹɪˈvɛntɪŋ
British English
pɹɪvˈɛntɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pri-VEN-ting
UK
pri-VEN-ting
Listen in Context
They are preventing accidents by making new rules.
Washing your hands is important for preventing illness.
The door lock is for preventing theft.
He’s focused on preventing future problems, not just fixing old ones.