How to Pronounce "firefighting"
word
ˈfaɪɹˌfaɪtɪŋ
FY-ur-FY-ting
fˈaɪəfaɪtɪŋ
FY-uh-FY-ting
Definition
The act or job of stopping fires and rescuing people or property from burning buildings and areas.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfaɪɹˌfaɪtɪŋ
British English
fˈaɪəfaɪtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FY-ur-FY-ting
UK
FY-uh-FY-ting
Listen in Context
Firefighting is a dangerous job.
He took a course in firefighting last year.
Modern firefighting uses advanced equipment.
Not everyone realizes how much training goes into firefighting.