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How to Pronounce "christenings"

word

KRIS-uh-ningz
kRIST-uh-ningz

Definition

Ceremonies in which a baby or person is given a Christian name and officially enters the Christian faith, often involving baptism. Sometimes it can also mean the ceremony of naming and launching a ship.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈkɹɪsənɪŋ/, /ˈkɹɪsnɪŋ

British English

kɹˈɪstənɪŋz

Simplified Pronunciation

US

KRIS-uh-ningz

UK

kRIST-uh-ningz

Listen in Context

Many families take photos at their babies' christenings.

Churches often hold christenings on Sundays.

We received invitations to three christenings this year.

Some people choose their closest friends as godparents at christenings.