How to Pronounce "pouncing"
word
ˈpaʊnsɪŋ
POWN-sing
pˈaʊnsɪŋ
POWN-sing
Definition
Quickly jumping or moving forward in order to catch or attack, usually like an animal does. Can also describe someone suddenly acting or taking advantage of an opportunity.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpaʊnsɪŋ
British English
pˈaʊnsɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POWN-sing
UK
POWN-sing
Listen in Context
The cat is pouncing on the toy mouse.
The tiger was pouncing to catch its prey.
Kids love pouncing on big piles of leaves.
She kept pouncing on every opportunity in the meeting.