How to Pronounce "man of few words"
expression
MAN-uhv-FYOO-WURDZ
MAN-ov-FYOO-WURDZ
Definition
A man who speaks very little and only when necessary. This expression is often used to describe someone who prefers actions over words.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmæn/ /ˈəv/ /ˈfju/ /ˈwɝdz
British English
mˈæn/ /ˈɒv/ /fjˈuː/ /wˈɜːdz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAN-uhv-FYOO-WURDZ
UK
MAN-ov-FYOO-WURDZ
Listen in Context
My father is a man of few words.
John is a man of few words, but people listen when he speaks.
He is a man of few words and never talks much at meetings.
Don't expect a long speech—he's a man of few words.