How to Pronounce "evading"
word
iˈveɪdɪŋ/, /ɪˈveɪdɪŋ
ee-VAY-ding or ih-VAY-ding
ɪvˈeɪdɪŋ
ih-VAY-ding
Definition
Avoiding something or someone, often in a clever or secret way, to escape or not face it. It can refer to avoiding questions, responsibilities, or dangers.
IPA Transcription
American English
iˈveɪdɪŋ/, /ɪˈveɪdɪŋ
British English
ɪvˈeɪdɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ee-VAY-ding or ih-VAY-ding
UK
ih-VAY-ding
Listen in Context
He is evading the question because he doesn't want to answer.
They were evading their responsibilities at work.
The suspect is evading the police.
Stop evading the issue and talk to me honestly.