How to Pronounce "dogfight"
word
ˈdɑɡˌfaɪt
DAWG-fite
dˈɒɡfaɪt
DOG-fite
Definition
A 'dogfight' is a close and fast aerial battle between fighter planes, or, more rarely, a physical fight between dogs.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɑɡˌfaɪt
British English
dˈɒɡfaɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DAWG-fite
UK
DOG-fite
Listen in Context
The pilots were caught in a dogfight over the city.
A dogfight between two fighter jets broke out suddenly.
A dogfight is very dangerous for the pilots involved.
World War II movies often show epic dogfights between rival pilots.