How to Pronounce "begrudging"
word
bɪˈɡɹədʒ
bih-GRUH-jing
bɪɡɹˈʌdʒɪŋ
bih-GRUJ-ing
Definition
Showing unwillingness or reluctance to give or do something, often because of envy or resentment. A begrudging action is done unwillingly or with bad feeling.
IPA Transcription
American English
bɪˈɡɹədʒ
British English
bɪɡɹˈʌdʒɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bih-GRUH-jing
UK
bih-GRUJ-ing
Listen in Context
She gave him a begrudging smile.
He offered a begrudging apology.
Their support was begrudging at best.
He accepted the decision with a begrudging nod.