Cómo Pronunciar "kowtowing"
word
ˈkaʊˈtaʊ/, /ˈkoʊˈtoʊ
KOW-TOW-ing or KOH-TOH-ing
kˈaʊtaʊɪŋ
kow-TOW-ing
Definición
Showing too much respect or obedience to someone, especially to gain favor or out of fear. Often used disapprovingly for people who act submissively to someone in power.
Transcripción IPA
Inglés Americano
ˈkaʊˈtaʊ/, /ˈkoʊˈtoʊ
Inglés Británico
kˈaʊtaʊɪŋ
Pronunciación Simplificada
EE.UU.
KOW-TOW-ing or KOH-TOH-ing
UK
kow-TOW-ing
Escucha en Contexto
He was kowtowing to his boss to get a promotion.
She dislikes kowtowing to authority.
The politician was accused of kowtowing to business interests.
Stop kowtowing to her just because she’s in charge!