How to Pronounce "nosey"

word

ˈnoʊzi

NOH-zee

nˈəʊsi

NOH-see

Definition

Describes someone who tries to find out other people's personal business or secrets, often in an annoying or unwanted way.

American English

ˈnoʊzi

British English

nˈəʊsi

NOH-zee

NOH-see

My little brother is very nosey. He always asks about my phone calls.

That nosey neighbor is watching us again.

Please don't be so nosey about other people's problems.

Jessica's always been a bit nosey—she can't resist peeking at everyone's messages.