How to Pronounce "sharpening"
word
ˈʃɑɹpənɪŋ/, /ˈʃɑɹpnɪŋ
SHAR-puh-ning
ʃˈɑːpənɪŋ
SHAH-puh-ning
Definition
The act of making something, like a blade or pencil, sharper or more effective at cutting or writing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɑɹpənɪŋ/, /ˈʃɑɹpnɪŋ
British English
ʃˈɑːpənɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHAR-puh-ning
UK
SHAH-puh-ning
Listen in Context
He is sharpening his pencil before the test.
The chef is sharpening his knives in the kitchen.
I need sharpening for my colored pencils.
Sharpening your skills is important if you want to get a better job.