How to Pronounce "burgling"
word
ˈbɝɡɫɪŋ
BUR-gling
bˈɜːɡlɪŋ
BUR-gling
Definition
Illegally entering a building, especially a house, to steal things. "Burgling" is the act of committing burglary.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɝɡɫɪŋ
British English
bˈɜːɡlɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BUR-gling
UK
BUR-gling
Listen in Context
The man was arrested for burgling a house last night.
He was caught burgling his neighbor's apartment.
Burgling is a serious crime in most countries.
The police think someone has been burgling houses in the area.