How to Pronounce "obey"
word
/oʊˈbeɪ/
oh-BAY
/əʊbˈeɪ/
oh-BAY
Definition
To do what someone in authority tells you to do, or to follow a rule, law, or instruction. It is often used for parents, teachers, laws, and commands.
IPA Transcription
American English
/oʊˈbeɪ/
British English
/əʊbˈeɪ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-BAY
UK
oh-BAY
Listen in Context
Children should obey their parents.
Everyone must obey the law.
The dog will obey simple commands.
He never obeys the speed limit, and one day it's going to cost him.