How to Pronounce "bowing"
word
/ˈbaʊɪŋ/, /ˈboʊɪŋ/
BOU-ing or BOH-ing
/ˈbəʊ.ɪŋ/
BOH-ing
Definition
The act of bending your upper body forward, usually as a sign of respect, greeting, or thanks.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈbaʊɪŋ/, /ˈboʊɪŋ/
British English
/ˈbəʊ.ɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOU-ing or BOH-ing
UK
BOH-ing
Listen in Context
He is bowing to the audience after his performance.
People in Japan greet each other by bowing.
She showed respect by bowing to her teacher.
Instead of shaking hands, they greeted each other with a polite bowing gesture.