How to Pronounce "coax"
word
ˈkoʊks
KOHKS
kəʊks
KOHKS
Definition
To gently persuade someone to do something, often by being kind, patient, or encouraging.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkoʊks
British English
kəʊks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOHKS
UK
KOHKS
Listen in Context
She tried to coax the cat out from under the bed.
Can you coax him into eating his vegetables?
The teacher coaxed the shy girl to speak in class.
I had to coax my friend out of bed for our morning run.