How to Pronounce "screwing"
word
/ˈskɹuɪŋ/
SKROO-ing
/skɹˈuːɪŋ/
SKROO-ing
Definition
Screwing is the -ing form of "screw." It can mean turning a screw into something, treating someone badly or causing problems in informal speech, and it can also be a vulgar way to talk about sex.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈskɹuɪŋ/
British English
/skɹˈuːɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKROO-ing
UK
SKROO-ing
Listen in Context
He is screwing the shelf to the wall.
She kept screwing the cap on the bottle until it was tight.
The company is screwing its workers with these low wages.
I spent all afternoon screwing parts together, and it still looks crooked.