How to Pronounce "a short fuse"
expression
uh SHORT FYOOS
uh SHAWR FYOOZ
Definition
If someone has a short fuse, they get angry or lose their temper very quickly and easily.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈʃɔɹt/ /ˈfjuz
British English
æɪ/ /ʃˈɔːt/ /fjˈuːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh SHORT FYOOS
UK
uh SHAWR FYOOZ
Listen in Context
My dad has a short fuse, so we try not to disturb him when he's working.
If you have a short fuse, it's important to take deep breaths.
My teacher has a short fuse and gets angry quickly.
Careful what you say around Sam—he's got a short fuse these days.