How to Pronounce "sinking"
word
/ˈsɪŋkɪŋ/
SINGK-ing
/sˈɪŋkɪŋ/
SINGK-ing
Definition
The process of going down below the surface, usually into water. It can also be used metaphorically for feelings of failure or something getting worse.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɪŋkɪŋ/
British English
/sˈɪŋkɪŋ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SINGK-ing
UK
SINGK-ing
Listen in Context
The boat is sinking fast.
He tried to stop the car from sinking in the mud.
The rock kept sinking to the bottom of the pool.
I got a sinking feeling when I heard the news.