Pronunciation: [ɹɪspˈa͡ɪ͡əɹɪŋ] (IPA) 
Respiring is spelled with three syllables: "re-" + "spire" + "-ing". The IPA phonetic transcription of this word is /ɹiˈspaɪ.əɹ.ɪŋ/. The first syllable, "re-", is pronounced as /ri/, while the second syllable, "spire", is pronounced as /spaɪər/. The final syllable, "-ing", is pronounced as /ɪŋ/. Respiring means to breathe, and it is a common process that occurs in living organisms to take in oxygen and release carbon dioxide.
Respiring is a verb that refers to the process of breathing, specifically the exchange of gases between an organism and its environment. It involves the intake of oxygen and the release of carbon dioxide, which is an essential process for all living organisms to maintain life functions.
In humans and animals, respiration occurs through the respiratory system. It begins with the inhalation of oxygen-rich air through the nose or mouth, which travels down the airway and into the lungs. In the lungs, oxygen is absorbed into the bloodstream and transported to the body's cells, while carbon dioxide, a waste product, is carried back to the lungs. The carbon dioxide is then exhaled out of the body during the process of exhalation.
Plants also respire, though their process differs from that of animals. Plants carry out respiration through tiny openings on their leaves called stomata. They take in carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and release oxygen in a process known as photosynthesis. During respiration, plants release carbon dioxide produced from cellular activities, similar to animals.
Overall, respiration is essential for the survival of organisms, providing oxygen for energy production and eliminating waste gases. It is a fundamental process that sustains life and enables physiological activities in both animals and plants, allowing them to thrive and function properly.
The word "respiring" is derived from the Latin word "respirare", which can be broken down into two components: "re" meaning "again" or "back", and "spirare" meaning "to breathe" or "to blow". Over time, this Latin word evolved into "respirer" in Old French, and ultimately became "respire" in Middle English. The term "respiring" is the present participle form of the verb "respire", indicating the ongoing action of breathing.
