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How to Pronounce "evading"

word

iˈveɪdɪŋ/, /ɪˈveɪdɪŋ
ee-VAY-ding or ih-VAY-ding
ɪvˈeɪdɪŋ
ih-VAY-ding

Definition

Avoiding something or someone, often in a clever or secret way, to escape or not face it. It can refer to avoiding questions, responsibilities, or dangers.

IPA Transcription

American English

iˈveɪdɪŋ/, /ɪˈveɪdɪŋ

British English

ɪvˈeɪdɪŋ

Simplified Pronunciation

US

ee-VAY-ding or ih-VAY-ding

UK

ih-VAY-ding

Listen in Context

He is evading the question because he doesn't want to answer.

They were evading their responsibilities at work.

The suspect is evading the police.

Stop evading the issue and talk to me honestly.