How to Pronounce "cavorting"
word
kəˈvɔɹtɪŋ
kuh-VORT-ing
kɐvˈɔːtɪŋ
kuh-VAWT-ing
Definition
Moving around in a lively, playful, or energetic way, often with lots of jumping and fun. It usually refers to animals or people acting with carefree joy.
IPA Transcription
American English
kəˈvɔɹtɪŋ
British English
kɐvˈɔːtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-VORT-ing
UK
kuh-VAWT-ing
Listen in Context
The children were cavorting in the playground.
The lambs were cavorting in the field.
They were cavorting happily on the beach.
We saw dolphins cavorting alongside the boat.