How to Pronounce "aching"
word
/ˈeɪkɪŋ/
AY-king
/ˈeɪkɪŋ/
AY-king
Definition
Experiencing a continuous, dull pain. Can describe physical discomfort (aching muscles, aching back) or a deep emotional longing or sadness (an aching heart, aching for home).
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈeɪkɪŋ/
British English
/ˈeɪkɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AY-king
UK
AY-king
Listen in Context
My legs are aching after that long hike.
She went to bed with an aching head.
His aching back made it hard to sit at his desk.
After standing on my feet all day, my whole body was aching like crazy.