How to Pronounce "wimp"
word
/ˈwɪmp/
wimp
/wˈɪmp/
wimp
Definition
A 'wimp' is a person who is seen as weak, lacking courage, or easily scared. It is an informal and sometimes insulting word.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈwɪmp/
British English
/wˈɪmp/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
wimp
UK
wimp
Listen in Context
Don't be a wimp—try the spicy food!
He is such a wimp when it gets cold outside.
My brother used to call me a wimp when I was afraid of the dark.
Come on, don't be such a wimp—it's only a roller coaster!