How to Pronounce "obtaining"
word
əbˈteɪnɪŋ
uhb-TAY-ning
ɒbtˈeɪnɪŋ
ob-TAY-ning
Definition
The act of getting, receiving, or gaining something, especially by effort or request.
IPA Transcription
American English
əbˈteɪnɪŋ
British English
ɒbtˈeɪnɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uhb-TAY-ning
UK
ob-TAY-ning
Listen in Context
Obtaining a passport takes time and paperwork.
She succeeded in obtaining the scholarship.
Obtaining information online is easy nowadays.
He ran into trouble while obtaining the necessary documents.