How to Pronounce "milksop"
word
ˈmɪlkˌsɒp
MILK-sop
mˈɪlksəp
MILK-sup
Definition
A 'milksop' is a person, usually a man or boy, who is very weak, timid, or lacking in courage and strength.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɪlkˌsɒp
British English
mˈɪlksəp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MILK-sop
UK
MILK-sup
Listen in Context
He is such a milksop; he never stands up for himself.
The bully called him a milksop because he was too afraid to fight back.
Nobody respected the milksop in the group.
Don't be such a milksop—speak up if you disagree!