How to Pronounce "sprucing"
word
ˈspɹusɪŋ
SPROOS-ing
spɹˈuːsɪŋ
sPROOS-ing
Definition
Making something or someone look neater, cleaner, or more attractive, often by cleaning, organizing, or decorating.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspɹusɪŋ
British English
spɹˈuːsɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPROOS-ing
UK
sPROOS-ing
Listen in Context
She is sprucing the living room for the guests.
He spent the morning sprucing his car.
I am sprucing my outfit for the party tonight.
We were busy sprucing up the yard before the barbecue.