How to Pronounce "collapsing"
word
/kəˈɫæpsɪŋ/
kuh-LAPS-ing
/kəlˈæpsɪŋ/
kuh-LAPS-ing
Definition
In the process of falling down or giving way suddenly, often due to weakness or failure. Can refer to buildings, structures, people (fainting or losing control), or systems (breaking down).
IPA Transcription
American English
/kəˈɫæpsɪŋ/
British English
/kəlˈæpsɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-LAPS-ing
UK
kuh-LAPS-ing
Listen in Context
The old building is collapsing after the earthquake.
She felt weak and was collapsing in the heat.
The bridge is collapsing under the heavy weight.
It felt like the whole plan was collapsing right in front of us.