How to Pronounce "mr. nice guy"
expression
ˈmɪstɝ/ /ˈnaɪs/, /ˈnis/ /ˈɡaɪ
MIS-ter NYS-guy
ˈmɪstə/ /naɪs/ /ɡˈaɪ
MIS-tuh NYS-guy
Definition
A man who is always kind, helpful, and avoids conflict, often to please others or not upset anyone. Sometimes used to describe someone who is too nice and may let others take advantage of him.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɪstɝ/ /ˈnaɪs/, /ˈnis/ /ˈɡaɪ
British English
ˈmɪstə/ /naɪs/ /ɡˈaɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MIS-ter NYS-guy
UK
MIS-tuh NYS-guy
Listen in Context
Tom is always the Mr. Nice Guy who helps everyone at work.
Nobody dislikes the Mr. Nice Guy in our group.
Being the Mr. Nice Guy can be exhausting sometimes.
I'm tired of being the Mr. Nice Guy—from now on, I'm putting myself first.