How to Pronounce "take digs at"
expression
ˈteɪk/ /ˈdɪɡz/ /ˈæt
TAYK DIGZ AT
tˈeɪk/ /dˈɪɡz/ /ˈæt
TAYK DIGZ AT
Definition
To make fun of or criticize someone, often in a subtle or indirect way, by saying something sarcastic or mocking.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈdɪɡz/ /ˈæt
British English
tˈeɪk/ /dˈɪɡz/ /ˈæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK DIGZ AT
UK
TAYK DIGZ AT
Listen in Context
He loves to take digs at his brother during family dinners.
It's not nice to take digs at your friends in front of others.
The teacher asked us not to take digs at each other.
She's always quick to take digs at my cooking, but never offers to help.