How to Pronounce "my eye"

expression

ˈmaɪ/ /ˈaɪ

MYE EYE

mˈaɪ/ /ˈaɪ

MYE EYE

Definition

The expression "my eye" is an old-fashioned way to say you strongly doubt or do not believe what someone has said. It is used to show disbelief, similar to saying "no way" or "that can't be true."

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈmaɪ/ /ˈaɪ

British English

mˈaɪ/ /ˈaɪ

Simplified Pronunciation

MYE EYE

Listen in Context

"You saw a UFO? My eye!"

"He says he can run 100 meters in 10 seconds? My eye!"

"The cake was homemade? My eye!"

"You think he's going to pay you back? My eye!"