How to Pronounce "fish for"
expression
ˈfɪʃ/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
FISH-for, FISH-fer
fˈɪʃ/ /fˈɔː
FISH-for, FISH-faw
Definition
To try to get information, compliments, or an answer from someone in an indirect way, often by hinting or asking careful questions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɪʃ/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
fˈɪʃ/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FISH-for, FISH-fer
UK
FISH-for, FISH-faw
Listen in Context
He always fishes for compliments about his cooking.
She tried to fish for information about the new project.
Don’t fish for answers during the test.
Are you fishing for sympathy after that tough week?