How to Pronounce "malingering"
word
məˈlɪŋɡɚɪŋ
muh-LING-ger-ing
mɐlˈɪŋɡəɹɪŋ
muh-LING-guh-ring
Definition
Pretending to be ill or injured in order to avoid work or responsibility.
IPA Transcription
American English
məˈlɪŋɡɚɪŋ
British English
mɐlˈɪŋɡəɹɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
muh-LING-ger-ing
UK
muh-LING-guh-ring
Listen in Context
The doctor suspected malingering when the patient's symptoms kept changing.
Malingering can be a problem in the workplace if employees want to avoid tasks.
The manager warned the staff against malingering to get extra days off.
Some insurance companies check closely for malingering before approving claims.