How to Pronounce "stop out"

expression

ˈstɑp/ /ˈaʊt

STOP-owt

stˈɒp/ /ˈaʊt

STOP-owt

Definition

To temporarily leave or pause your studies at a school or university with the intention of returning later. Usually used for taking a break but planning to finish the degree.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈstɑp/ /ˈaʊt

British English

stˈɒp/ /ˈaʊt

Simplified Pronunciation

STOP-owt

Listen in Context

She decided to stop out for a year to travel the world.

Some students stop out to work and save money before returning.

He didn't drop out; he just decided to stop out for a semester.

After her injury, she had no choice but to stop out and focus on recovery.