ruining
Translation
ruining, spoiling, destroying
Examples
You are ruining the surprise.
You are ruining the surprise.
The rain is ruining the crops.
The rain is ruining the crops.
Grammar Patterns
to be ruining ((sth.)) You are ruining the surprise.
Similar Words
Synonyms: spoiling, destroying, wrecking
Etymology
From 'ruin' + '-ing' suffix for present participles, indicating an ongoing action.
Memory Tips
The '-ing' shows an action that is happening *now*. Imagine someone actively 'ruining' a painting.