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How to Pronounce "containing"

word

/kənˈteɪnɪŋ/
kuhn-TAY-ning
/kəntˈeɪnɪŋ/
kuhn-TAY-ning

Definition

Having something inside or as part of its contents. Also means keeping something under control or within limits.

IPA Transcription

American English

/kənˈteɪnɪŋ/

British English

/kəntˈeɪnɪŋ/

Simplified Pronunciation

US

kuhn-TAY-ning

UK

kuhn-TAY-ning

Listen in Context

She opened a package containing a birthday gift.

Avoid foods containing too much sugar.

The report containing the results was sent yesterday.

Firefighters worked through the night, containing the blaze before it spread to nearby homes.