How to Pronounce "sweltering"
word
ˈswɛɫtɝɪŋ
SWEL-ter-ing
swˈɛltəɹɪŋ
SWEL-tuh-ring
Definition
Extremely hot and uncomfortable, usually because of weather or a closed space with no airflow.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈswɛɫtɝɪŋ
British English
swˈɛltəɹɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SWEL-ter-ing
UK
SWEL-tuh-ring
Listen in Context
It was sweltering yesterday afternoon.
The classroom was sweltering with no fans or air conditioning.
Everyone was sweating in the sweltering sun.
It's so sweltering out here, I feel like I'm melting.