How to Pronounce "labelling"
word
ˈɫeɪbəɫ
LAY-buhl-ing
lˈeɪbəlɪŋ
LAY-buh-ling
Definition
Labelling is the process of attaching a label to something to identify or describe it; it can also mean describing a person or group with a certain word or phrase, often unfairly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫeɪbəɫ
British English
lˈeɪbəlɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAY-buhl-ing
UK
LAY-buh-ling
Listen in Context
We are labelling the boxes with their contents.
The labelling on this food shows the ingredients.
He doesn't like the labelling of students as 'smart' or 'slow'.
Too much labelling in society can lead to misunderstanding.