How to Pronounce "short fuse"
expression
ˈʃɔɹt/ /ˈfjuz
SHORT FYOOZ
ʃˈɔːt/ /fjˈuːz
SHAWT FYOOZ
Definition
If someone has a "short fuse", they get angry easily and quickly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɔɹt/ /ˈfjuz
British English
ʃˈɔːt/ /fjˈuːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHORT FYOOZ
UK
SHAWT FYOOZ
Listen in Context
He has a short fuse, so be careful what you say.
My brother has a short fuse and often gets angry.
She lost her temper because of her short fuse.
Don't push his buttons—he's got a short fuse.