How to Pronounce "scurry away"
expression
ˈskɝi/ /əˈweɪ
SKURR-ee uh-WAY
skˈʌɹi/ /ɐwˈeɪ
SKUH-ree uh-WAY
Definition
To move away quickly and with short, hurried steps, usually because you are afraid or trying to avoid something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskɝi/ /əˈweɪ
British English
skˈʌɹi/ /ɐwˈeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKURR-ee uh-WAY
UK
SKUH-ree uh-WAY
Listen in Context
The mouse scurried away when it heard us.
The children scurried away from the playground when it started to rain.
The ants scurried away with crumbs from the table.
He tried to talk to her, but she just scurried away before he could say anything.