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How to Pronounce "exploiting"

word

/ˈɛksˌpɫɔɪtɪŋ/, /ɪksˈpɫɔɪtɪŋ/
eks-PLOY-ting or iks-PLOY-ting
/ɛksplˈɔɪtɪŋ/
eks-PLOY-ting

Definition

Using something or someone for your own advantage, often in an unfair or selfish way. It can also mean making good use of a resource or opportunity.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈɛksˌpɫɔɪtɪŋ/, /ɪksˈpɫɔɪtɪŋ/

British English

/ɛksplˈɔɪtɪŋ/

Simplified Pronunciation

US

eks-PLOY-ting or iks-PLOY-ting

UK

eks-PLOY-ting

Listen in Context

They are exploiting the natural resources of the area.

The company was accused of exploiting child labor.

He is exploiting this chance to learn new skills.

Some companies get rich by exploiting loopholes in the law.