How to Pronounce "surveying"
word
ˈsɝˌveɪɪŋ/, /sɝˈveɪɪŋ
SER-VAY-ing
səvˈeɪɪŋ
suh-VAY-ing
Definition
The science or process of measuring land, buildings, or other areas to determine boundaries, dimensions, or features, usually for maps or construction.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɝˌveɪɪŋ/, /sɝˈveɪɪŋ
British English
səvˈeɪɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SER-VAY-ing
UK
suh-VAY-ing
Listen in Context
Surveying is important before building a house.
He works in surveying for a large company.
Surveying helps make accurate maps.
They finished surveying the land before the construction crew arrived.