How to Pronounce "airlifting"
word
ˈɛɹˌɫɪftɪŋ
AIR-lift-ing
ˈeəlɪftɪŋ
AIR-lift-ing
Definition
Airlifting means transporting people or goods quickly by aircraft, especially in emergencies or when roads are blocked.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛɹˌɫɪftɪŋ
British English
ˈeəlɪftɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AIR-lift-ing
UK
AIR-lift-ing
Listen in Context
They are airlifting food to the flooded area.
Doctors are airlifting patients to the city hospital.
Helicopters were airlifting supplies every hour.
The rescue team ended up airlifting people off the mountain all night.