How to Pronounce "duke it out"
expression
DOOK it OWT
DYOOK it OWT
Definition
To fight or compete with someone, usually in a physical or intense way, to settle a disagreement or see who wins. Often used informally about arguments, contests, or literal fights.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈduk/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt/ /ˈaʊt
British English
djˈuːk/ /ˈɪt/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DOOK it OWT
UK
DYOOK it OWT
Listen in Context
The two boys decided to duke it out in the playground.
Let the teams duke it out and see who wins.
Sometimes siblings need to duke it out to solve their problems.
They've been arguing all day—maybe they just need to duke it out.