How to Pronounce "sparing"
word
ˈspɛɹɪŋ
SPAIR-ing
spˈeəɹɪŋ
SPAIR-ing
Definition
Using or giving only a small amount of something; not using or giving much, especially on purpose to avoid waste or excess.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspɛɹɪŋ
British English
spˈeəɹɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPAIR-ing
UK
SPAIR-ing
Listen in Context
She is sparing with her words.
Be sparing with the salt.
He gave a sparing smile.
The chef is very sparing with expensive ingredients.