How to Pronounce "kiss ass"
expression
KISS-ASS
kiss-ASS
Definition
A very informal and often rude expression for someone who flatters or tries to please someone, especially a boss or person in power, in order to get something or gain favor.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɪs/ /ˈæs
British English
kˈɪs/ /æs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KISS-ASS
UK
kiss-ASS
Listen in Context
No one likes a kiss ass in the office.
He always acts like a kiss ass around the boss.
Don’t be a kiss ass—just be yourself.
She’s such a kiss ass—look how she laughs at all the boss’s jokes.