How to Pronounce "prostituting"
word
ˈpɹɑstəˌtut
PRAH-stuh-toot-ing
pɹˈɒstɪtjˌuːtɪŋ
pros-TIT-yoo-ting
Definition
To engage in sexual activity for money as a job. Sometimes used figuratively to mean using your skills or talents only for money, not for genuine purpose.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹɑstəˌtut
British English
pɹˈɒstɪtjˌuːtɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRAH-stuh-toot-ing
UK
pros-TIT-yoo-ting
Listen in Context
She is prostituting herself to earn money.
Some people criticize him for prostituting his art.
I don't support prostituting one's values for fame.
He admitted to prostituting himself during hard times.