How to Pronounce "runaround"
word
ˈɹənəˌɹaʊn/, /ˈɹənəˌɹaʊnd
RUHN-uh-rownd
ɹˈʌnɐɹˌaʊnd
ruh-NUH-rownd
Definition
When someone gives you delays, excuses, or avoids giving a direct answer, often to avoid helping or taking responsibility.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹənəˌɹaʊn/, /ˈɹənəˌɹaʊnd
British English
ɹˈʌnɐɹˌaʊnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUHN-uh-rownd
UK
ruh-NUH-rownd
Listen in Context
The company kept giving me the runaround when I asked for a refund.
I got the runaround from the receptionist and still have no answer.
Stop giving me the runaround and tell me the truth.
I've been getting the runaround from tech support all week.