How to Pronounce "cut back"
expression
ˈkət/ /ˈbæk
KUT-bak
kˈʌt/ /bˈæk
KUT-bak
Definition
To reduce the amount or number of something, usually spending, use, or consumption. It can also mean to do less of something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkət/ /ˈbæk
British English
kˈʌt/ /bˈæk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KUT-bak
UK
KUT-bak
Listen in Context
We need to cut back on spending this month.
He wants to cut back on sugar in his diet.
The company will cut back jobs next year.
I'm trying to cut back on coffee, but it's so hard!