How to Pronounce "backstabbing"
word
ˈbækˌstæbɪŋ
BAK-stab-ing
bˈækstæbɪŋ
BAK-stab-ing
Definition
Backstabbing is secretly betraying someone who trusts you, especially by saying or doing hurtful things behind their back.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbækˌstæbɪŋ
British English
bˈækstæbɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAK-stab-ing
UK
BAK-stab-ing
Listen in Context
Gossiping is one thing, but backstabbing is much worse.
I can't stand all the office politics and backstabbing.
She was hurt by her friend's backstabbing.
He lost his job because of office backstabbing.