How to Pronounce "peter out"
expression
ˈpitɝ/ /ˈaʊt
PEE-ter OWT
pˈiːtɐ/ /ˈaʊt
PEE-tuh OWT
Definition
When something gradually becomes weaker, smaller, or ends completely, often after starting strongly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpitɝ/ /ˈaʊt
British English
pˈiːtɐ/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PEE-ter OWT
UK
PEE-tuh OWT
Listen in Context
The rain finally petered out after several hours.
The conversation started lively but soon petered out.
Their supplies petered out before help arrived.
The crowd’s excitement petered out as the concert dragged on.