How to Pronounce "fleecing"
word
ˈfɫisɪŋ
FLEE-sing
flˈiːsɪŋ
FLEE-sing
Definition
The act of cheating someone out of money, often by overcharging or trickery. It usually refers to dishonest or unfair practices to get someone's money.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɫisɪŋ
British English
flˈiːsɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FLEE-sing
UK
FLEE-sing
Listen in Context
The tourists got a fleecing at the market.
That repair bill was a real fleecing.
Careful, some taxi drivers are known for fleecing visitors.
My friend warned me about fleecing when buying souvenirs downtown.