How to Pronounce "have second thoughts"
expression
ˈhæv/ /ˈsɛkənd/ /ˈθɔts
HAV SEK-und THAWTS
hæv/ /ˈsɛkɪnd/ /θˈɔːts
hav SEK-ind thawts
Definition
To start doubting your decision or thinking you might want to change your mind after already deciding to do something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæv/ /ˈsɛkənd/ /ˈθɔts
British English
hæv/ /ˈsɛkɪnd/ /θˈɔːts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAV SEK-und THAWTS
UK
hav SEK-ind thawts
Listen in Context
I'm starting to have second thoughts about moving to that city.
She had second thoughts after buying the expensive dress.
Did you ever have second thoughts about your choice?
At first I thought it was a great idea, but now I'm having second thoughts.