How to Pronounce "browbeat"
word
ˈbɹaʊˌbit
BROW-beet
bɹˈaʊbiːt
brow-BEET
Definition
To frighten, pressure, or bully someone into doing something, often by using harsh words or an intimidating manner.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɹaʊˌbit
British English
bɹˈaʊbiːt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BROW-beet
UK
brow-BEET
Listen in Context
He tried to browbeat his coworkers into agreeing with him.
The teacher refused to browbeat her students.
Don’t let anyone browbeat you into making a bad decision.
After hours of questioning, she finally admitted she was browbeaten into signing the contract.