How to Pronounce "speak in circles"
expression
SPEEK in SUR-kuhlz
SPEEK in SUR-kuhlz
Definition
To avoid giving a direct answer or to speak in a way that is not clear or straightforward, often confusing the listener or avoiding the main point.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspik/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈsɝkəɫz
British English
spˈiːk/ /ˈɪn/ /sˈɜːkəlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPEEK in SUR-kuhlz
UK
SPEEK in SUR-kuhlz
Listen in Context
Please stop speaking in circles and answer the question.
When politicians speak in circles, people get frustrated.
He tends to speak in circles during meetings.
I asked a simple question, but she just spoke in circles for ten minutes.