How to Pronounce "watchdogs"
word
ˈwɑtʃˌdɔɡz
WAHCH-dawgz
wˈɒtʃdɒɡz
WOTCH-dogz
Definition
Literal: Dogs trained to guard property. Figurative: People or organizations that closely monitor and protect against wrongdoing, especially in government or business.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɑtʃˌdɔɡz
British English
wˈɒtʃdɒɡz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAHCH-dawgz
UK
WOTCH-dogz
Listen in Context
The factory uses watchdogs to guard the building at night.
Journalists act as watchdogs for the public.
Many watchdogs have exposed government corruption.
Consumer watchdogs issued warnings about the unsafe product.