How to Pronounce "reading"
word
/ˈɹɛdɪŋ/, /ˈɹidɪŋ/
RED-ing (place name), REE-ding (present)
/ˈɹɛdɪŋ/, /ˈɹiːdɪŋ/
RED-ing (place name), REE-ding (present)
Definition
The act of looking at written words and understanding their meaning. Also refers to the interpretation of information or a written text.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɹɛdɪŋ/, /ˈɹidɪŋ/
British English
/ˈɹɛdɪŋ/, /ˈɹiːdɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RED-ing (place name), REE-ding (present)
UK
RED-ing (place name), REE-ding (present)
Listen in Context
I like reading before bed.
His reading is very fast.
The teacher gave us a reading assignment.
My favorite way to relax is by reading a good book.