How to Pronounce "prosecuting"
word
ˈpɹɑsɪkˌjutɪŋ
PRAH-si-kyoo-ting
pɹˈɒsɪkjˌuːtɪŋ
PRO-si-kyoo-ting
Definition
Actively taking legal action against someone in a criminal court; trying to prove that someone is guilty of a crime.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹɑsɪkˌjutɪŋ
British English
pɹˈɒsɪkjˌuːtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRAH-si-kyoo-ting
UK
PRO-si-kyoo-ting
Listen in Context
The lawyer is prosecuting the case against the thief.
The state is prosecuting her for fraud.
He is prosecuting people who break the law.
The district attorney has been prosecuting high-profile cases all year long.