How to Pronounce "piggybacking"
word
ˈpɪɡiˌbækɪŋ
PIG-ee-bak-ing
pˈɪɡɪbˌækɪŋ
PIG-ee-bak-ing
Definition
Piggybacking means using something or someone else's efforts, resources, or success to benefit yourself, often without permission. It also literally describes riding on someone's back or shoulders.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɪɡiˌbækɪŋ
British English
pˈɪɡɪbˌækɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PIG-ee-bak-ing
UK
PIG-ee-bak-ing
Listen in Context
The little girl enjoyed piggybacking on her father's shoulders.
Some people were caught piggybacking on the neighbor's WiFi.
The company is piggybacking on its partner's success to grow fast.
Are you piggybacking on my idea again?