How to Pronounce "obstinate as a mule"
expression
AHB-stuh-nuht az uh MYOOL
OB-stin-ate az uh MYOOL
Definition
Used to describe someone who refuses to change their mind or behavior, no matter what. It compares their stubbornness to that of a mule, which is known for being very hard to lead.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑbstənət/ /ˈæz/, /ˈɛz/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈmjuɫ
British English
ˈɒbstɪnˌeɪt/ /ˈæs/ /æɪ/ /mjˈuːl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AHB-stuh-nuht az uh MYOOL
UK
OB-stin-ate az uh MYOOL
Listen in Context
Tom is obstinate as a mule when he doesn't get his way.
Even as a child, she was obstinate as a mule.
My brother can be obstinate as a mule about doing chores.
Trust me, arguing with her is useless—she's obstinate as a mule.