How to Pronounce "argue back"
expression
ˈɑɹɡju/ /ˈbæk
AR-gyoo BAK
ˈɑːɡjuː/ /bˈæk
AA-gyoo BAK
Definition
To reply to someone in a disagreement or argument, usually by defending your opinion or talking back. It often describes responding to criticism or authority.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑɹɡju/ /ˈbæk
British English
ˈɑːɡjuː/ /bˈæk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AR-gyoo BAK
UK
AA-gyoo BAK
Listen in Context
Don't argue back when your teacher corrects you.
He often argues back to his parents when they scold him.
It's rude to argue back during a meeting.
If you argue back every time, people might stop listening to you.