How to Pronounce "haste"

word

/ˈheɪst/

hayst

/hˈeɪst/

hayst

Definition

Excessive speed or urgency in doing something, often leading to mistakes. A formal or literary word for rushing.

American English

/ˈheɪst/

British English

/hˈeɪst/

hayst

In her haste, she forgot to lock the door.

The report was written in haste and contained many errors.

Haste makes waste, so take your time.

He packed his bags in haste and caught the first flight out.