How to Pronounce "fire back at"
expression
ˈfaɪɝ/, /ˈfaɪɹ/ /ˈbæk/ /ˈæt
FY-er BAK AT
fˈaɪə/ /bˈæk/ /ˈæt
FY-uh BAK AT
Definition
To respond quickly and strongly, especially with a sharp comment or criticism after being attacked or criticized.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfaɪɝ/, /ˈfaɪɹ/ /ˈbæk/ /ˈæt
British English
fˈaɪə/ /bˈæk/ /ˈæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FY-er BAK AT
UK
FY-uh BAK AT
Listen in Context
When the reporter criticized him, he fired back at her with a sharp comment.
She fired back at her critics during the interview.
If you attack him, he will fire back at you.
He didn't just sit there quietly—he fired back at every tough question.