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penetrating
UK
/ˈpɛn.ɪ.treɪ.tɪŋ/
US
/ˈpɛn.ɪ.treɪ.tɪŋ/
UK
/ˈpɛnɪtreɪtɪŋ/
US
/ˈpɛnɪˌtreɪtɪŋ/
More precise classification: present-participle adjective.
Translations
She has a penetrating mind that quickly understands complex problems.
У нее проницательный ум, который быстро понимает сложные проблемы.
The penetrating sound of the alarm woke everyone up.
Пронзительный звук будильника разбудил всех.
The penetrating gaze of the detective made the suspect uncomfortable.
Проникающий взгляд детектива заставил подозреваемого почувствовать себя неуютно.
Additional translations
Definitions
The penetrating wind cut through my jacket, making me shiver.
Her penetrating analysis of the situation helped us find a solution.
The penetrating gaze of the detective made the suspect uncomfortable.
UK
/ˈpɛn.ɪˌtreɪ.tɪŋ/
US
/ˈpɛn.əˌtreɪ.tɪŋ/
Gerundial noun denoting the act or process of penetrating
Definitions
The penetrating of the fortress walls took all night.
penetrating
Gerund
penetrated
Past Simple
penetrated
Past Participle
penetrating
Gerund
UK
/ˈpɛn.ɪ.treɪt/
US
/ˈpɛn.ɪ.treɪt/
Translations
The light can penetrate through the thin curtains.
Свет может проникать через тонкие шторы.
The spy managed to penetrate the organization.
Шпиону удалось внедряться в организацию.
The bullet can penetrate the armor.
Пуля может пробивать броню.
Additional translations
Definitions
The bullet was able to penetrate the thick armor of the vehicle.
The spy managed to penetrate the enemy's headquarters without being detected.
It took him years to penetrate the complexities of quantum physics.
Her words penetrated his heart, leaving a lasting impression.
During intercourse, the man penetrated his partner carefully.