How to Pronounce "obey"

word

/oʊˈbeɪ/

oh-BAY

/əʊbˈeɪ/

oh-BAY

Definition

To do what someone in authority tells you to do, or to follow a rule, law, or instruction. It is often used for parents, teachers, laws, and commands.

IPA Transcription

American English

/oʊˈbeɪ/

British English

/əʊbˈeɪ/

Simplified Pronunciation

oh-BAY

Listen in Context

Children should obey their parents.

Everyone must obey the law.

The dog will obey simple commands.

He never obeys the speed limit, and one day it's going to cost him.