How to Pronounce "humoring"
word
ˈhjumɝ
HYOO-mer-ing
ˈhjuːmərɪŋ
HYOO-muh-ring
Definition
Treating someone as if what they say or want is reasonable, often just to keep them happy or to avoid conflict, not because you truly agree.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhjumɝ
British English
ˈhjuːmərɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HYOO-mer-ing
UK
HYOO-muh-ring
Listen in Context
He is humoring his little sister by letting her choose the game.
I was just humoring my friend by listening to his story.
She kept humoring her grandfather as he told old stories.
Are you really interested, or are you just humoring me?