How to Pronounce "adopting"
word
əˈdɑptɪŋ
uh-DOP-ting
ɐdˈɒptɪŋ
ud-OP-ting
Definition
Taking something or someone as your own, such as legally bringing a child into your family or starting to use a new idea, method, or habit.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈdɑptɪŋ
British English
ɐdˈɒptɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-DOP-ting
UK
ud-OP-ting
Listen in Context
They are adopting a baby from another country.
Our school is adopting new teaching methods.
She is adopting a healthier lifestyle.
Companies are adopting remote work more than ever before.