How to Pronounce "file away"
expression
ˈfaɪɫ/ /əˈweɪ
FYL-uh-WAY
faɪl/ /ɐwˈeɪ
FY-luh-WAY
Definition
To put documents or objects into a file, folder, or organized place for future reference. It can also mean to mentally save information for later use.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfaɪɫ/ /əˈweɪ
British English
faɪl/ /ɐwˈeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FYL-uh-WAY
UK
FY-luh-WAY
Listen in Context
Please file away these papers in the cabinet.
I need to file away my old receipts.
He filed away all the documents safely.
She tends to file away interesting facts for future conversations.