How to Pronounce "rigging"
word
ˈɹɪɡɪŋ
RIG-ing
ɹˈɪɡɪŋ
rig-ING
Definition
'Rigging' refers to the ropes, cables, and chains used to support and control the sails on a boat or ship. It can also mean secretly arranging or manipulating an outcome, like in sports or elections.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɪɡɪŋ
British English
ɹˈɪɡɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RIG-ing
UK
rig-ING
Listen in Context
The old ship needs new rigging.
The rigging supports the sails.
They were accused of rigging the election.
One of the ropes in the rigging snapped during the storm.