English Word · Intermediate
downsizing
A reduction in a company's size, especially by cutting the number of employees
Pronunciation: /ˈdaʊnˌsaɪzɪŋ/
Meaning
A reduction in a company's size, especially by cutting the number of employees.
Example
The latest downsizing left the company with fewer staff.
The latest downsizing left the company with fewer staff.
Practice tips
- Practice downsizing out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.