How to Pronounce "paw at"
expression
ˈpɔ/ /ˈæt
PAW-at
pˈɔː/ /ˈæt
PAW-at
Definition
To touch, scratch, or hit something repeatedly with a paw, usually referring to an animal using its foot or claw.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɔ/ /ˈæt
British English
pˈɔː/ /ˈæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAW-at
UK
PAW-at
Listen in Context
The kitten began to paw at the ball of yarn.
The dog pawed at the door to go outside.
The bear tried to paw at the honey jar.
My cat loves to paw at the curtains when she's bored.