How to Pronounce "pawning"
word
ˈpɔn
PAWN-ing
pˈɔːnɪŋ
PAWN-ing
Definition
The act of leaving an item, usually something valuable, with a pawnshop in exchange for a loan of money, with the option to buy it back later.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɔn
British English
pˈɔːnɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAWN-ing
UK
PAWN-ing
Listen in Context
He is pawning his watch to get some quick cash.
She considered pawning her wedding ring during tough times.
Many people rely on pawning to pay emergency bills.
After pawning my old guitar, I finally had enough for rent this month.