How to Pronounce "slayings"
word
ˈsɫeɪɪŋz
SLAY-ingz
slˈeɪɪŋz
sl-AY-ingz
Definition
Killings, especially when someone is murdered or killed violently. Used most often for serious, criminal cases.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɫeɪɪŋz
British English
slˈeɪɪŋz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SLAY-ingz
UK
sl-AY-ingz
Listen in Context
The police are investigating three recent slayings in the city.
The newspaper reported several slayings last week.
The slayings shocked the quiet neighborhood.
Details about the slayings have not been released yet.