How to Pronounce "toss around"
expression
ˈtɔs/ /ɝˈaʊn/, /ɝˈaʊnd
TAWSS-uh-ROWND
tˈɒs/ /ɐɹˈaʊnd
TOSS-uh-ROWND
Definition
To discuss ideas, suggestions, or options in an informal way, often without making a decision right away.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɔs/ /ɝˈaʊn/, /ɝˈaʊnd
British English
tˈɒs/ /ɐɹˈaʊnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAWSS-uh-ROWND
UK
TOSS-uh-ROWND
Listen in Context
Let's toss around some ideas for the party.
We tossed around several options before choosing this one.
Can we toss around some ideas for lunch?
They love to toss around crazy business ideas at dinner.