How to Pronounce "scare off"
expression
ˈskɛɹ/ /ˈɔf
SKAIR-awf
skˈeə/ /ˈɒf
SKAIR-of
Definition
To make someone or something go away by frightening them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskɛɹ/ /ˈɔf
British English
skˈeə/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKAIR-awf
UK
SKAIR-of
Listen in Context
The dog scared off the thief.
Loud noises can scare off birds.
She tried to scare off the stray cat.
Higher prices might scare off potential buyers.