How to Pronounce "poke around"
expression
ˈpoʊk/ /ɝˈaʊn/, /ɝˈaʊnd
POHK-ur-OWND
pˈəʊk/ /ɐɹˈaʊnd
PUHK-uh-ROWND
Definition
To look for something in different places, often by searching or investigating casually or without a clear plan. Sometimes used when someone is being nosy or checking things they maybe shouldn't.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpoʊk/ /ɝˈaʊn/, /ɝˈaʊnd
British English
pˈəʊk/ /ɐɹˈaʊnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POHK-ur-OWND
UK
PUHK-uh-ROWND
Listen in Context
I saw him poke around in the kitchen looking for snacks.
We poked around the attic and found some old photos.
She likes to poke around in antique stores on weekends.
Just poke around online and you’ll find plenty of information.