How to Pronounce "wave down"
expression
ˈweɪv/ /ˈdaʊn
WAYV DOUN
wˈeɪv/ /dˈaʊn
WAYV DOUN
Definition
To signal to a driver or person by waving your hand so that they stop, usually in order to talk or get a ride.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈweɪv/ /ˈdaʊn
British English
wˈeɪv/ /dˈaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAYV DOUN
UK
WAYV DOUN
Listen in Context
I tried to wave down a taxi on the busy street.
She waved down the bus just in time.
Can you wave down that car for help?
He stood at the curb and waved down a passing cab.