How to Pronounce "slaying"
word
ˈsɫeɪɪŋ
SLAY-ing
slˈeɪɪŋ
sl-AY-ing
Definition
The act of killing someone or something, usually in a violent way. It can refer to both the literal act of killing or, in slang, to doing something extremely well.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɫeɪɪŋ
British English
slˈeɪɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SLAY-ing
UK
sl-AY-ing
Listen in Context
The police are investigating the slaying of a local businessman.
The dragon’s slaying was told in many stories.
The newspaper reported another slaying last night.
She walked on stage and was absolutely slaying it in that red dress.