How to Pronounce "detaining"
word
dɪˈteɪnɪŋ
di-TAY-ning
dɪtˈeɪnɪŋ
di-TAY-ning
Definition
Holding someone back, especially by the police or authorities, so they cannot leave. It is usually done while investigating a crime or for legal reasons.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈteɪnɪŋ
British English
dɪtˈeɪnɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-TAY-ning
UK
di-TAY-ning
Listen in Context
The police are detaining two suspects for questioning.
They are detaining travelers at the border.
The officers are detaining him for further checks.
"Why are they detaining you? You didn't do anything wrong!"