How to Pronounce "confiscating"
word
ˈkɑnfəˌskeɪtɪŋ
KAHN-fuh-skay-ting
kˈɒnfɪskˌeɪtɪŋ
KON-fis-KAY-ting
Definition
Taking something away from someone, usually as a punishment or because it is not allowed. Used by authorities such as police, teachers, or government officials.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɑnfəˌskeɪtɪŋ
British English
kˈɒnfɪskˌeɪtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAHN-fuh-skay-ting
UK
KON-fis-KAY-ting
Listen in Context
The teacher is confiscating mobile phones during class.
Customs officers are confiscating illegal goods at the border.
Police are confiscating fake IDs from students.
They started confiscating alcohol at the entrance to the festival.