How to Pronounce "sniff at"
expression
ˈsnɪf/ /ˈæt
SNIF-at
snˈɪf/ /ˈæt
sn-IF-at
Definition
To show that you do not value or respect something; to treat something as unimportant or not good enough.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsnɪf/ /ˈæt
British English
snˈɪf/ /ˈæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SNIF-at
UK
sn-IF-at
Listen in Context
Don’t sniff at this job offer; it’s actually very good.
Some people sniff at fast food, but many enjoy it.
You shouldn’t sniff at small successes.
That bonus is nothing to sniff at.