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How to Pronounce "wheezing"

word

ˈhwizɪŋ/, /ˈwizɪŋ
HWEE-zing or WEE-zing
wˈiːzɪŋ
WEE-zing

Definition

A high-pitched, whistling sound made while breathing, usually caused by blocked or narrow airways.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈhwizɪŋ/, /ˈwizɪŋ

British English

wˈiːzɪŋ

Simplified Pronunciation

US

HWEE-zing or WEE-zing

UK

WEE-zing

Listen in Context

He started wheezing after running outside in the cold air.

Asthma can cause wheezing during breathing.

The doctor listened for wheezing with his stethoscope.

She noticed her wheezing got worse at night.