slating: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
mediumInformal for criticism; technical for roofing.
Quick answer
What does “slating” mean?
The act of criticizing someone or something very severely.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
The act of criticizing someone or something very severely.
The process of covering a roof with slates or similar materials.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
In British English, 'slating' commonly means harsh criticism; in American English, it is less frequent for criticism and more associated with roofing.
Connotations
In British English, connotes severe, often public disapproval; in American English, neutral for roofing, rare for criticism.
Frequency
More frequent in British English for the criticism sense; in American English, primarily technical usage.
Grammar
How to Use “slating” in a Sentence
transitive verb: slate + object (e.g., 'slate someone')passive: be slated + for + reason (e.g., 'be slated for poor performance')Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “slating” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- The journalist is slating the new policy in her column.
- He was slating the opposition during the debate.
American English
- They are slating the roof of the old barn.
- The contractor slated the project for completion.
adjective
British English
- It was a slating review from the critic.
- She faced slating comments online.
American English
- The slating process requires specialized tools.
- We inspected the slating work on the house.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Used in performance reviews or public critiques of companies or policies.
Academic
Rare; may appear in informal critiques of research or presentations.
Everyday
Common in British English for expressing strong disapproval in conversations or media.
Technical
In construction, refers specifically to installing slate roofing materials.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “slating”
Strong
Neutral
Weak
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “slating”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “slating”
- Using 'slating' to mean scheduling in American English (which is incorrect).
- Overusing in formal contexts where 'criticizing' is more appropriate.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but less commonly for criticism; it is more frequently used in the technical context of roofing.
Yes, in phrases like 'a slating review', it functions attributively to describe something involving harsh criticism.
It is most commonly a noun (gerund) referring to the act of criticizing, but can also be a verb (present participle) or adjective in specific contexts.
Context usually clarifies: in media, reviews, or conversations, it likely means criticism; in construction or DIY contexts, it refers to roofing.
The act of criticizing someone or something very severely.
Slating is usually informal for criticism; technical for roofing. in register.
Slating: in British English it is pronounced /ˈsleɪtɪŋ/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈsleɪtɪŋ/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “get a slating”
- “give something a slating”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of 'slating' as 'slating' a movie—giving it a bad review on a slate board.
Conceptual Metaphor
Criticism as physical attack or demolition.
Practice
Quiz
What is the primary meaning of 'slating' in British English?