How to Pronounce "run foul of"
expression
RUN FOWL uhv
run FOWL ov
Definition
To get into trouble with or come into conflict with someone or a rule, usually unintentionally.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹən/ /ˈfaʊɫ/ /ˈəv
British English
ɹˈʌn/ /fˈaʊl/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUN FOWL uhv
UK
run FOWL ov
Listen in Context
He didn't mean to run foul of the law, but he forgot to pay his taxes.
Be careful not to run foul of the company's safety rules.
The fishermen ran foul of local regulations by fishing too close to shore.
If you don't follow the city's noise limits, you might run foul of the authorities.