How to Pronounce "sniggering"
word
ˈsnɪɡɚɪŋ
SNIG-ur-ing
snˈɪɡəɹɪŋ
SNIG-uh-ring
Definition
Laughing quietly and disrespectfully, often in a mean or mocking way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsnɪɡɚɪŋ
British English
snˈɪɡəɹɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SNIG-ur-ing
UK
SNIG-uh-ring
Listen in Context
The students were sniggering at the back of the classroom.
She tried to ignore the boys who were sniggering at her new haircut.
They were sniggering when the teacher made a mistake.
I saw them sniggering behind their hands as I walked past.