How to Pronounce "ballsy"
word
ˈbɔlzi
BAWL-zee
bˈɔːlsi
BAWL-see
Definition
Describes someone who is very brave, bold, or willing to take big risks, often in a surprising or cheeky way. This is informal and often slightly provocative.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɔlzi
British English
bˈɔːlsi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAWL-zee
UK
BAWL-see
Listen in Context
That was a ballsy thing to say in class.
She made a ballsy decision to quit her job.
That's a ballsy move for someone his age.
Wow, that was really ballsy of you to ask for a raise.