How to Pronounce "fuck around"
expression
FUK-uh-ROWND
FUK-uh-ROWND
Definition
A vulgar slang expression meaning to waste time, act foolishly, or behave in a silly or unserious way. Sometimes it can also mean to cheat on a romantic partner.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfək/ /ɝˈaʊn/, /ɝˈaʊnd
British English
fˈʌk/ /ɐɹˈaʊnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FUK-uh-ROWND
UK
FUK-uh-ROWND
Listen in Context
Stop fucking around and do your homework.
He always fucks around at work and never finishes anything.
If you fuck around, you'll get in trouble.
We've been fucking around all day instead of studying.