How to Pronounce "childbearing"
word
CHYLD-bair-ing
chyld-BAIR-ing
Definition
Childbearing is the process of having babies or giving birth. It refers to the period in a person's life when they are physically able and choose to have children.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtʃaɪɫdˌbɛɹɪŋ
British English
tʃˈaɪldbeəɹɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
CHYLD-bair-ing
UK
chyld-BAIR-ing
Listen in Context
Many women consider childbearing an important part of their lives.
Childbearing can be difficult for some people due to medical reasons.
The age of childbearing varies in different countries.
She decided to postpone childbearing until after she finished university.