How to Pronounce "drag your heels"
expression
DRAG yor HEELZ
drag yaw HEELZ
Definition
To delay or do something slowly because you do not want to do it, often on purpose.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɹæɡ/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈhiɫz
British English
dɹˈæɡ/ /jˈɔː/ /hˈiːlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DRAG yor HEELZ
UK
drag yaw HEELZ
Listen in Context
Don't drag your heels—we need to leave now!
She always drags her heels when it's time to do homework.
Why do you drag your heels when cleaning your room?
The company is dragging its heels about making a decision.